ESS.8.4.1 Quiz: Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources

Which of the following is a nonrenewable energy source?

• Wind

• Solar

• Coal

• Hydroelectric

What is the main advantage of using renewable energy sources?

• They are cheaper to extract

• They are limited in supply

• They can be replaced naturally

• They release more pollution

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Solar energy is considered renewable because:

• It is easy to store

• The sun produces constant energy

• It is created from fossil fuels

• It works at night

Which energy source is created by burning organic material like wood or waste?

• Wind

• Biomass

• Geothermal

• Nuclear

Which energy source uses heat from within the Earth?

• Solar

• Biomass

• Geothermal

• Natural Gas

What type of energy is produced from moving water?

• Biomass

• Wind

• Nuclear

• Hydroelectric

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Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Petroleum

• Natural Gas

• Wind

• Coal

What is a major environmental concern with coal use?

• Too much sunlight

• Air pollution and CO₂ emissions

• Lack of drilling equipment

• Overproduction of water

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Nuclear energy is classified as:

• Renewable

• Sustainable

• Nonrenewable

• Unlimited

Which of the following is the least likely to run out in the next 100 years?

• Petroleum

• Solar

• Natural Gas

• Coal