Energy Resources and Electricity Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Wind energy
• Solar energy
• Natural gas
• Geothermal energy

What is the primary disadvantage of renewable energy sources?

• They are more expensive
• They are less reliable
• They produce greenhouse gases
• They are not infinite

Which energy source transforms gravitational potential energy of water into kinetic energy?

• Solar energy
• Wind energy
• Hydroelectric power
• Geothermal energy

What is the main environmental concern with fossil fuels?

• Noise pollution
• Water contamination
• Greenhouse gas emissions
• Deforestation

Which energy transfer occurs in solar cells?

• Chemical to thermal
• Light to electrical
• Kinetic to electrical
• Nuclear to thermal

What is the main challenge with nuclear power?

• Low energy output
• High operational costs
• Toxic waste storage
• Frequent fuel shortages

In the context of electricity, what does current (I) represent?

• Resistance in a circuit
• Voltage across a component
• Flow of electric charge
• Energy stored in a battery

What is the unit of measurement for current?

• Volts (V)
• Ohms (Ω)
• Amperes (A)
• Watts (W)

In metals, what particles are responsible for the flow of current?

• Protons
• Neutrons
• Electrons
• Ions

What instrument is used to measure current in a circuit?

• Voltmeter
• Ammeter
• Ohmmeter
• Wattmeter