Energy Resources

Which best explains why the use of biomass liquid fuels is limited?

• They do not generate enough energy.

• They are dangerous to collect and store.

• They are too expensive to mass produce.

• They produce too much pollution when burned.

Which resource is more available due to improvements in deep-sea drilling technology?

• crude oil

• fresh water

• thermal energy

• salt reserves

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

• coal

• minerals

• petroleum

• sunlight

Researchers at a science laboratory have found ways to make carbon nanotubes from recycled plastic grocery bags. These nanotubes are then used as components of batteries. This approach BEST illustrates the ability of technology to

• increase resource availability.

• improve existing products.

• deplete available resources.

• cause environmental degradation.

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How does coal compare to natural gas?

• Both are renewable.

• Both are non-renewable.

• Coal is renewable, while natural gas is non-renewable.

Which will most likely occur if a limited energy resource is used without conservation efforts?

• The cost of the resource will increase.

• The cost of the resource will decrease.

• The supply of the resource will increase.

• The cost and the supply of the resource will decrease

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All of the following are renewable resources EXCEPT

• minerals

• trees

• wind

• water

Which upgrade to a school will most likely reduce the school’s consumption of nonrenewable resources?

• solar-collection panels

• high-speed computers

• wireless internet connections

• biodegradable carpeting

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Which of the following correctly identifies how a power plant changes the atmosphere?

• A plant powered by geothermal energy releases nitrogen oxides.

• A plant powered by nuclear energy releases sulfur dioxide.

• A plant powered by natural gas releases carbon dioxide.

• A plant powered by coal releases oxygen.

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Which are replenished MORE quickly than they are used?

• energy resources

• material resources

• renewable resources

• nonrenewable resources