Renewable Energy Sources Quiz

Which type of renewable energy is derived directly from the Sun?

• Wind Energy

• Solar Energy

• Biomass Energy

• Hydropower

What is the main principle behind wind energy generation?

• Heating of water to produce steam

• Conversion of sunlight into electricity

• Movement of air turning turbines

• Burning organic materials

Hydropower generates electricity through which of the following processes?

• Using the heat from the Earth's core

• Capturing sunlight

• Flow of water turning turbines

• Decomposition of organic matter

Biomass energy is primarily obtained from:

• Geothermal heat

• Water currents

• Organic materials

• Wind

Geothermal energy is harnessed from:

• The movement of the Earth's crust

• The heat of the sun

• The internal heat of the Earth

• The movement of water in rivers and oceans

What is a common environmental concern associated with hydropower plants?

• Air pollution

• Noise pollution

• Habitat destruction

• Solar radiation

Which renewable energy source utilizes photovoltaic cells to generate electricity?

• Biomass Energy

• Solar Energy

• Wind Energy

• Hydropower

The use of harnessing waves from the ocean, lakes, and rivers to create electricity.

• Tidal Energy

• Wind Energy

• Geothermal Energy

• Wave Energy

What is a benefit of algal fuel over other biofuels?

• It is easier to harvest.

• It does not require as much processing to be used.

• It does not need as much land.

• It burns much cleaner.

Which renewable energy can be captured both actively and passively?

• Biomass

• Solar

• Hydro Electric

• Tidal