Energy Sources: Renewable vs Non-Renewable

What is solar energy?

• Power generated by fossil fuels.

• Energy derived from wind currents.

• Electricity produced by nuclear reactions.

• Solar energy is the energy obtained from the sun's radiation.

Name one type of renewable energy.

• Nuclear energy

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

• Natural gas

What is the main source of wind energy?

• Ocean currents

• The sun's heat.

• Tidal forces

• Geothermal activity

Define non-renewable energy.

• Energy that can be replenished naturally, like solar and wind.

• Energy sources that are abundant and will never deplete.

• Non-renewable energy is energy derived from sources that are finite and will eventually run out, such as fossil fuels and nuclear energy.

• Energy derived from sustainable practices and renewable resources.

Give an example of a fossil fuel.

• Uranium

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Petroleum

What is geothermal energy?

• Energy derived from solar panels

• Fossil fuel combustion for power generation

• Electricity generated from wind turbines

• Geothermal energy is the heat energy generated and stored in the Earth.

How does hydroelectric power work?

• Hydroelectric power relies on wind to turn turbines.

• Hydroelectric power uses solar panels to generate electricity.

• Hydroelectric power generates electricity by using flowing water to turn turbines connected to generators.

• Hydroelectric power is generated by burning fossil fuels.

Why is coal considered a non-renewable resource?

• Coal can be easily replenished in a few decades.

• Coal is a sustainable energy source that regenerates quickly.

• Coal is formed from renewable plant materials.

• Coal is considered a non-renewable resource because it takes millions of years to form and cannot be replenished within a human timescale.

What are the environmental impacts of using oil?

• Increased biodiversity

• Air pollution, oil spills, greenhouse gas emissions, habitat destruction.

• Reduction in fossil fuel use

• Improved water quality

List two advantages of using renewable energy.

• 1. Reduces greenhouse gas emissions. 2. Promotes energy independence and job creation.

• Increases reliance on fossil fuels.

• Lowers job opportunities in traditional sectors.

• Decreases energy efficiency.