ESS.8.4.4 Practice

What is a renewable energy resource?

• A resource that takes millions of years to form

• A resource that can be replenished naturally in a short amount of time

• A type of fossil fuel

• A resource that can never run out

Which of the following is a nonrenewable energy resource?

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Geothermal energy

Why is it important to conserve nonrenewable energy resources?

• They are cheap and easy to replace

• They are infinite and never run out

• They take millions of years to form and cannot be replaced quickly

• They are less harmful to the environment

What is one advantage of using solar energy?

• It produces large amounts of pollution

• It is nonrenewable

• It reduces greenhouse gas emissions

• It can only be used at night

Which of the following best describes stewardship in terms of energy conservation?

• Using as much energy as possible

• Managing and conserving energy resources responsibly

• Ignoring pollution caused by fossil fuels

• Focusing only on nonrenewable resources

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Which energy source is best for reducing carbon emissions?

• Oil

• Natural gas

• Wind energy

• Coal

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What happens when fossil fuels are burned for energy?

• The atmosphere gets cleaner

• Greenhouse gases are released, contributing to global warming

• The oceans become less acidic

• More oxygen is produced in the air

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What is one disadvantage of using wind energy?

• It releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere

• It requires strong winds to be effective

• It pollutes the water supply

• It depletes natural resources

Why is geothermal energy considered renewable?

• It is created by burning fossil fuels

• It can be used once and never again

• It is generated from Earth's internal heat, which is continuously produced

• It relies on coal deposits underground

Which practice best demonstrates conservation of energy?

• Leaving lights on when not in use

• Using public transportation instead of driving alone

• Running multiple devices at once

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

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