Energy Sources Quiz

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Coal

• Wind

• Natural Gas

• Uranium

What is the main disadvantage of using fossil fuels?

• They are unlimited.

• They produce a large amount of energy.

• They contribute to climate change.

• They are renewable.

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Which of the following energy conservation methods can reduce the carbon footprint the most?

• Turning off lights when not in use

• Using public transportation instead of personal vehicles

• Recycling

• Using energy-efficient appliances

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What is the main component of natural gas?

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

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Solar energy is converted into electricity through what technology?

• Combustion engines

• Wind turbines

• Photovoltaic cells

• Hydroelectric dams

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Which of the following is not a form of renewable energy?

• Biomass

• Geothermal

• Petroleum

• Hydroelectric

What is the primary cause of acid rain associated with burning fossil fuels?

• Nitrogen oxides

• Sulfur dioxide

• Carbon monoxide

• Methane

Energy conservation can be achieved through which of the following?

• Increasing the use of fossil fuels

• Decreasing insulation in buildings

• Using LED light bulbs

• Driving more frequently

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Which of the following best describes non-renewable energy sources?

• They can be replenished in a short period of time.

• They are found in unlimited quantities.

• They take millions of years to form.

• They have no impact on the environment.

What is the greenhouse effect?

• The cooling effect that happens when solar radiation is trapped by the atmosphere

• The warming effect that happens when solar radiation is trapped by the atmosphere

• The process by which plants convert light into chemical energy

• The effect of reduced sunlight due to solar eclipses

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