ALTERNATIVE ENERGY 5TH MARCH

What devices are used to convert solar energy into electricity?

• Solar panels

• Wind turbines

• Nuclear reactors

• Hydroelectric power stations

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What is a wind turbine and how does it work?

• Device for converting the energy of the wind into electrical energy.

• System for capturing solar energy

• Device for purifying air from pollutants

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What types of fossil fuels are considered as fossil fuels?

• Solar energy, wind energy, hydro energy

• Petrol, diesel fuel, kerosene

• Oil, natural gas, coal

What problems are associated with the use of fossil fuels?

• Environmental pollution

• Global warming

• Limitied resources

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How does a hydroelectric power station work?

• Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.

• Water drives turbines, which in turn power generators to produce electricity.

• Wind drives turbines, which in turn power generators to produce electricity.

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What alternative sources of energy can replace fossil fuels?

• Solar, wind, hydro energy

• Nuclear energy

• Oil and coal

• Bioenergy

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