Energy Sources Quiz

Which type of turbine is most commonly used in coal-fired power plants to generate electricity?

• Pelton wheel

• Francis turbine

• Kaplan turbine

• Steam turbine

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How does a steam turbine generate electricity in a power plant?

• By burning steam to produce heat

• By using steam to turn blades connected to a generator

• By converting steam directly into electrical energy

• By using steam to heat water in solar panels

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What is the primary energy source used in a gas turbine to generate electricity?

• Water

• Natural gas

• Biomass

• Wind

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a Kaplan turbine used in hydroelectric power plants?

• Operates best with high flow and low head

• Operates best with low flow and high head

• Is primarily used in thermal power plants

• Is not adjustable and operates at a fixed speed

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Identify the nonrenewable resource among the following options:

• Coal

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Hydropower

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Which fossil fuel is primarily used for electricity generation in nuclear power plants?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Uranium

• Petroleum

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Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity through what process?

• Combustion

• Nuclear fission

• Photovoltaic effect

• Hydrolysis

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What is the main advantage of using solar power as a source of electricity?

• It is completely silent

• It produces large amounts of waste

• It is dependent on weather conditions

• It can be used anywhere on Earth

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Hydropower generates electricity by:

• Heating water to create steam

• Using the kinetic energy of flowing water to turn turbines

• Splitting water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen

• Using water to cool down the systems

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Which type of location is most suitable for a hydropower plant?

• Flat plains

• Small ponds

• Large rivers or waterfalls

• Deserts

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