Unit Three: Consuming Energy Resources

What are the impacts of using non-renewable sources of energy?

• They are easily replenished.

• They lead to pollution and depletion of resources.

• They are cost-effective and sustainable.

• They have no impact on the environment.

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Solar energy

• Oil

What is a major reason for the increase in oil consumption?

• Decrease in global population

• Increase in renewable energy use

• Growth in BRICS / MINT countries

• Reduction in industrial activities

Why do oil prices change?

• Due to consistent supply

• Due to changes in demand and geopolitical events

• Because oil is a renewable resource

• Due to stable political conditions

What is a benefit of developing new oil and gas sources in the Arctic?

• It is environmentally friendly.

• It provides a large supply of oil and gas.

• It is inexpensive to develop.

• It reduces global warming.

What is a disadvantage of unconventional oil sources?

• They are easy to extract.

• They have low environmental impact.

• They are expensive and difficult to extract.

• They are renewable.

How can we reduce carbon emissions?

• By increasing fossil fuel use

• By improving energy efficiency

• By ignoring renewable energy

• By increasing industrial activities

What is a social impact of energy consumption?

• Increase in air pollution

• Improvement in quality of life

• Decrease in water quality

• Increase in wildlife population

What is a reason for different attitudes towards energy production?

• Uniform global policies

• Consistent environmental conditions

• Economic and environmental concerns

• Lack of technological advancement

What is a key factor in making geographical decisions about energy resources?

• Ignoring environmental impacts

• Considering only economic benefits

• Balancing social, economic, and environmental impacts

• Focusing solely on technological advancements