Energy Resource Quiz

What is the main advantage of solar power?

• It requires no land

• It is the cheapest energy source

• It is abundant and renewable

• It is available at night

Which country is the largest producer of coal?

• United States

• India

• Australia

• China

What is a major disadvantage of wind power?

• It is non-renewable

• It can be noisy and visually unappealing

• It requires no land

• It is always available

What percentage of the world's total power generation capacity did solar power account for in 2022?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 4.5%

Which of the following is a non-renewable energy source?

• Wind

• Hydroelectric

• Solar

• Natural Gas

What is a significant environmental impact of coal?

• It produces greenhouse gases

• It is renewable

• It requires no mining

• It reduces air pollution

What is the main use of oil?

• To generate electricity

• To create wind turbines

• To make gasoline

• To produce solar panels

What is a disadvantage of solar energy?

• It is always available

• It can be generated at night

• It is expensive to store

• It does not require sunlight

Which energy source is known for causing severe environmental pollution?

• Coal

• Hydroelectric

• Nucleus Energy

• Wind

What is the primary method of harnessing hydroelectric power?

• Using solar panels

• Using wind turbines

• Using falling water to drive turbines

• Using geothermal heat