Natural Resources and Energy

Where was the world's first tidal energy power station built?

• Northern France

• Scotland

• Norway

• Canada

What types of power stations are located along the coasts of many countries?

• Hydroelectric power stations that use water flow to generate electricity.

• Wind power stations that harness wind energy to produce electricity.

• Power stations that use coal, oil, gas, or nuclear fuels to produce electricity.

• Solar power stations that convert sunlight into electricity.

What is used to drill wells for oil and gas extraction from the seabed?

• Special platforms or rigs

• Submersible boats

• Floating hotels

• Underwater drones

How is salt collected from seawater in warm climates?

• Seawater is pumped into large open-air ponds called salt pans, allowed to evaporate in the Sun, leaving salt behind.

• Salt is extracted by freezing seawater and collecting the ice.

• Salt is collected by filtering seawater through sand and gravel.

• Seawater is boiled in large containers, and the salt is scraped off the bottom.

How is oil transported after being extracted from the seabed?

• By pipeline or tanker ship.

• By truck or train.

• By air freight.

• By underground tunnels.

What valuable mineral is extracted from seawater?

• Gold

• Salt

• Silver

• Copper

Where and when did fish farming begin?

• In Japan around 3000 years ago.

• In China about 5500 years ago.

• In Egypt around 4000 years ago.

• In Greece about 2000 years ago.

Why are coasts good sites for wind turbines?

• Coasts are often flat and easy to build on.

• Coasts are windy, making them good sites for wind turbines that produce electricity.

• Coasts have a lot of wildlife that can be harnessed for energy.

• Coasts are located far from urban areas, reducing noise pollution.

What happens to oil at a refinery?

• Oil is processed into petrol, diesel oil, heating oil, and other valuable fuels and materials.

• Oil is converted into solid wax and used for candles.

• Oil is transformed into natural gas and released into the atmosphere.

• Oil is filtered and stored without any processing.

What type of fish was commonly grown in ancient Chinese fish farms?

• Goldfish

• Tilapia

• Common carp

• Catfish