20.3 Energy Conservation Env Sci BWHS

Front

What are the three Rs of environmental conservation?

Back

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

Front

What is the most effective way to conserve energy resources?

Back

Using public transportation.

Front

List three actions you can take to conserve energy at home.

Back

Turn off water, turn off lights, turn off TV.

Front

What type of energy is produced when logs burn in a fireplace?

Back

Heat and light energy.

Front

What defines an endangered species?

Back

An animal is considered endangered if its numbers are so small that it is at risk of extinction.

Front

What is energy conservation?

Back

The practice of using less energy by using energy more efficiently or reducing energy consumption.

Front

Why is recycling important for energy conservation?

Back

Recycling reduces the need for new materials, which saves energy in production processes.

Front

What is the impact of using fossil fuels on the environment?

Back

Using fossil fuels contributes to pollution and climate change.

Front

How does public transportation help in energy conservation?

Back

It reduces the number of individual vehicles on the road, leading to lower overall energy consumption.

Front

What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources?

Back

Renewable energy sources can be replenished naturally (like solar and wind), while non-renewable sources (like coal and oil) cannot.