Renewable Energy

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What is hydroelectric power?

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Electricity produced by flowing water.

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Which of the following is NOT a type of renewable energy?

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Nuclear energy.

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What is passive solar energy?

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A method of using clear glass panels to allow sunlight to pass through and heat a building.

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What is wind energy?

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Energy that comes from harnessing the movement of the air.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Heat transferred from beneath the surface of Earth used to produce energy for human use.

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What are the main types of renewable energy?

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Hydropower, solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, and biomass.

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How does solar energy work?

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Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.

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What is biomass energy?

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Energy produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste.

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What is the principle behind wind turbines?

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They convert the kinetic energy of wind into mechanical energy, which is then converted into electricity.

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What are the environmental benefits of renewable energy?

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Reduced greenhouse gas emissions, decreased air pollution, and lower dependence on fossil fuels.