What are some examples of energy resources we can use instead of fossil fuels?

Hydroelectric and geothermal energy

What is the primary benefit of using renewable energy sources over non-renewable ones?

They offer a sustainable and cleaner alternative

They are more expensive to implement

They contribute to increased greenhouse gas emissions

Which of the following are the three largest sources of energy for the United States?

petroleum, natural gas, and coal

nuclear, wind, and hydroelectric

Which of the following is NOT true of coal?

Coal produced from coal is inconsistent and unreliable.

Electricity production from coal is less expensive than other energy sources such as solar and wind.

Coal mining can have significant environmental impacts.

Coal is a non-renewable resource.

Which of the following is NOT true of solar energy?

Solar energy is most efficiently collected in highly polluted areas.

There is plenty of solar radiation to fuel the whole world with the correct technology.

Solar energy can be stored for use during nighttime or cloudy days.

Solar panels require regular maintenance to function effectively.

Which of the following is NOT true of wind energy?

Wind turbines convert thermal energy into electrical energy.

Small wind turbines are less destructive to bird populations than large turbines.

Wind energy is a renewable source of energy.

Wind turbines can be installed both onshore and offshore.

Which of the following IS true of nuclear energy?

Nuclear power produces radioactive waste that must be disposed of properly.

Nuclear power is a renewable resource.

Nuclear energy has a high energy density compared to fossil fuels.

Nuclear power plants emit large amounts of carbon dioxide during operation.

What is renewable energy?

Sources of energy that are constantly being formed.

Sources of energy that will take years to deplete.

What is a possible risk of using hydroelectricity?

ecosystem damage and loss of land

only suitable for industrial use

What is the main disadvantage of using fossil fuels for energy?

They produce greenhouse gases and contribute to climate change.

They have no impact on the environment.

What is a significant challenge in the widespread adoption of solar energy?

The intermittent nature of sunlight.

Limited availability of solar panels.

High initial installation costs.

Environmental impact of solar panel production.

What is a major disadvantage of using nuclear energy?

It can lead to nuclear meltdowns.

It is a non-renewable resource.

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

It is abundant and sustainable.

It is a non-renewable resource.

It reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

It requires a large amount of water for operation.

What is a common challenge associated with geothermal energy?

It is only available in certain regions.

It is a non-renewable energy source.

High initial costs for infrastructure development.

Potential for causing earthquakes.

UNIT 8 Energy TEST

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries show a steep incline in energy use per person in the last decade?

B) China, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia

C) Sweden, United Kingdom

D) India, Algeria

E) United States, Japan

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of low-income, developing nations regarding energy usage?

Export

Infrastructure

Access

Efficiency

Which country shows a similar energy usage trend to Taiwan in the graph?

China

Sweden

Japan

United Kingdom

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where are most of the coal mines found in the United States?

Appalachian Mountains

Sierra Nevada

Illinois Basin

Powder River Basin

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the solution to the United States' insufficient uranium supply?

Importing Uranium

Increasing coal production

Developing domestic uranium mining

Investing in alternative energy sources

Which energy resource is primarily found in the Middle East?

Uranium

Oil

Natural Gas

Coal

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of these uses turbines to collect energy and create electricity?

wind

sun

water

geothermal

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UNIT 8 Energy TEST

25 questions

Which countries show a steep incline in energy use per person in the last decade?

What is the primary focus of low-income, developing nations regarding energy usage?

Which country shows a similar energy usage trend to Taiwan in the graph?

Where are most of the coal mines found in the United States?

What is the solution to the United States' insufficient uranium supply?

Which energy resource is primarily found in the Middle East?

Which of these uses turbines to collect energy and create electricity?

What are some examples of energy resources we can use instead of fossil fuels?

Solar and wind power are examples of energy resources that can be used instead of fossil fuels. They are renewable, clean, and sustainable sources of energy.

What is the primary benefit of using renewable energy sources over non-renewable ones?

Which of the following are the three largest sources of energy for the United States?

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