Electricity Basics

What is the primary source of energy for fossil fuel power plants?

• Wind

• Coal

• Solar

• Hydropower

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Natural Gas

• Oil

• Wind

• Coal

Which type of power plant uses uranium as a fuel?

• Hydropower plant

• Wind farm

• Nuclear power plant

• Solar power plant

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Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Solar

• Wind

• Natural Gas

• Hydropower

What is the primary function of a dam in hydropower generation?

• Store water

• Generate wind

• Produce solar energy

• Burn coal

Which of the following is a benefit of using solar energy?

• High maintenance cost

• Non-renewable

• Produces greenhouse gases

• Reduces electricity bills

What is the unit of electrical power?

• Joule

• Watt

• Volt

• Ampere

Which of the following is a disadvantage of solar power?

• High greenhouse gas emissions

• Limited availability at night

• High fuel cost

• Produces radioactive waste

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Which type of power plant uses flowing water to generate electricity?

• Nuclear power plant

• Wind farm

• Hydropower plant

• Solar power plant

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What is the main advantage of using renewable energy sources?

• High initial cost

• Limited supply

• Sustainable and eco-friendly

• Produces greenhouse gases

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