Renewable Energy

What is renewable energy?

• energy that comes from natural sources and never runs out

• energy that comes from burning fossil fuels

• energy that is harmful to the environment

How is wind energy used?

• to generate electricity, move sailboats, and pump water

• to light candles and lanterns

• to make loud noises

What is solar energy?

• energy that comes from the moon

• energy that we get from the sun

• energy that comes from underground

How is solar power used?

• to create pollution

• to generate electricity and do other tasks like heating homes and powering traffic lights

• to create shadows

What is hydropower energy?

• energy that comes from the wind

• energy that we get from moving water

• energy that comes from burning coal

Which of the following is NOT a source of renewable energy?

• wind

• coal

• sun

What was one of the first inventions that used hydropower energy?

• solar panels

• water mills

• wind turbines

What is hydroelectric power?

• electricity generated by moving water such as waterfalls, rivers, and ocean tides

• electricity generated by burning fossil fuels

• electricity generated by wind

How do farmers use hydropower energy?

• to power rockets

• to irrigate plants, trees, and crops

• to create noise pollution

What are some examples of things powered by solar power?

• rockets and airplanes

• traffic lights, street lights, and cell phones

• fireworks and balloons