Ch 13 Review Pt 2

What type of vehicles are highlighted as being high-efficiency in the text?

• Diesel trucks

• Hybrid gas-electric vehicles

• Electric scooters

• Gasoline cars

What is the function of a heat exchanger in passive housing?

• To increase moisture buildup

• To save on heating/cooling and prevent moisture buildup

• To enhance air leaks

• To reduce insulation

What is the benefit of having well-positioned windows in passive housing?

• To block noise

• To let in daylight

• To increase privacy

• To reduce costs

What is the approximate number of jobs provided by wind energy per TW-hr per year?

• 100

• 200

• 300

• 500

What are Iceland's plans regarding carbon neutrality?

• To become the first carbon-neutral country

• To reduce carbon emissions by 50%

• To eliminate all fossil fuel usage

• To increase coal production

How do geothermal heat pumps exchange temperatures with the soil?

• By using solar panels.

• By using wind turbines.

• By pumping fluids through deeply buried pipes.

• By burning fossil fuels.

Why are geothermal heat pumps considered efficient?

• They require a lot of energy to operate.

• They use the Earth's natural warmth.

• They are only effective in warm climates.

• They rely on fossil fuels.

What are some key components involved in transitioning to new energy systems?

• Rethinking policy, energy use practices, and technology

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

• Ignoring technological advancements

• Reducing renewable energy sources

How does transitioning to new energy systems help with climate change?

• It helps avoid extreme climate change

• It increases greenhouse gas emissions

• It has no impact on climate change

• It worsens climate conditions

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of transitioning to new energy systems?

• Cleaner air

• Cost savings

• Increased fossil fuel dependency

• Avoidance of extreme climate change