Renewable Technologies Quiz

What is one of the limitations of heat pumps?

• Lower running costs

• Long lifespan

• Upfront costs expensive

• Reduce carbon emissions

What happens to the ground heat in a ground source heat pump system?

• It is released into the atmosphere

• It is absorbed into a mixture and transported to a heat exchanger

• It is stored in the ground

• It is used to generate electricity

What is the role of the heat exchanger in a ground source heat pump system?

• To release heat into the atmosphere

• To store heat

• To compress and raise the temperature of the absorbed heat

• To cool the mixture

Where is the heat sent after being compressed in an air source heat pump?

• To the atmosphere

• To radiators or underfloor heating

• To the refrigerator

• To the air conditioner

What is the primary function of an air source heat pump?

• To cool the air

• To generate electricity

• To absorb heat from the outside air

• To filter the air

What is the state of the refrigerant when it absorbs heat from the outside air?

• Solid

• Gas

• Liquid

• Plasma

What is the primary energy source for a ground source heat pump?

• Solar energy

• Geothermal energy

• Wind energy

• Hydroelectric energy

What is a common application of heat pumps in residential buildings?

• Heating swimming pools

• Providing hot water

• Cooling data centers

• Generating electricity