Renewable and non-renewable energy sources

What is the main disadvantage of solar power?

• It produces greenhouse gases

• It is expensive to install

• It requires large amounts of water

• It is not a renewable source

Solar panels convert _____ energy into electrical energy.

Fossil fuels are considered renewable because they are naturally occurring.

• True

• False

What are two benefits of using renewable energy sources?

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Hydropower generates electricity using:

• Wind

• Water

• Coal

• Sunlight

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Wind turbines generate electricity by harnessing ____ energy.

Hydropower is a clean energy source because it does not produce air pollution.

• True

• False

Why is it important to reduce our reliance on non-renewable energy sources?

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Fossil fuels are:

• Renewable

• Non-renewable

• Easily replenished

• Made from water

Burning ____ fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.