Types of Renewable Energy Assessment

What is the primary characteristic of renewable energy sources?

• A. They can run out

• B. They are sustainable

• C. They are always expensive

• D. They are non-sustainable

Which of the following is the most abundant source of renewable energy?

• A. Wind energy

• B. Biomass energy

• C. Solar energy

• D. Geothermal energy

In Malaysia, what is the current contribution of solar energy to the total energy consumption?

• A. 5%

• B. Less than 1%

• C. 10%

• D. 15%

What geographic factor affects the viability of wind energy in Malaysia?

• A. High average wind speed

• B. Low average wind speed

• C. Dense forests

• D. Urban development

Which type of wind turbine generates more power but has higher upfront costs?

• A. Onshore

• B. Offshore

• C. Land-based

• D. Airborne

What percentage of Malaysia’s renewable energy contribution comes from hydro energy?

• A. 5%

• B. 10%

• C. 17%

• D. 25%

What is the main advantage of hydro energy compared to solar and wind energy?

• A. It is seasonal

• B. It is more reliable

• C. It is more expensive

• D. It produces more pollution

Tidal energy is considered highly predictable because:

• A. It depends on the weather

• B. It is constant

• C. It uses tidal currents

• D. It is generated by solar power

What is the primary use of geothermal energy?

• A. To power vehicles

• B. To heat homes and generate electricity

• C. To create biofuels

• D. To produce wind energy

Biomass energy is derived from:

• A. Coal and natural gas

• B. Solid fuel made from organic materials

• C. Solar panels

• D. Wind turbines