Conserve Energy

Coal and Oil are examples of_____________ resources.

• Non-natural

• Non-efficient

• Non-polluting

• Non-renewable

In January and February, you should set your thermostat to about 68 degrees Fahrenheit. What can you infer about the prefix “thermo?"

• It refers to heat

• It refers to electricity

• It refers to the winter

• It refers to the devices that burn fossil fuels

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What might happen if we continue burning fossil fuels at the rate we do today? Choose the best answer.

• The cost of fossil fuels may drop

• Fewer and fewer oil wells and coal mines may be constructed

• The earth's climate may change rapidly

• Automobiles will become less fuel-efficient

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Weatherstripping will allow you to use less of which appliance?

• Stove

• Air Conditioner/Heater

• Washing machine

• Vacuum cleaner

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Which of the following processes consumes the least energy?

• Turning a tree into paper products

• Extracting oil from the ground and turning it into a plastic jug

• Recycling an old glass bottle so it can be used again

• Mining aluminum and shaping it into a soda can

You can save money by avoiding disposable items. Which of the following is a disposable item?

• Television

• Plastic grocery bag

• Lamp

• Remote

During the winter, insulation functions much like:

• A warm jacket

• A space heater

• A hot beverage

• A pot of boiling water

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How is a compact fluorescent light bulb different from a conventional bulb?

• It is much smaller

• It emits less light

• It consumes less power

• It doesn't last as long

Which of the following is the most energy-efficient form of transportation?

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• A hybrid car

• A city bus

• A diesel train

• A bicycle

What does it mean when a product has an Energy Star seal? Choose the best answer.

• It draws power from renewable energy sources only

• It uses less energy than comparable products

• It is safe to use inside your home

• It is made out of recycled parts

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