Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Sources

The video explores the concept of energy, starting with its definition and the law of conservation. It then delves into renewable energy sources like solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, and hydropower, highlighting their abundance and sustainability. The video contrasts these with non-renewable sources such as natural gas, coal, and petroleum, emphasizing their environmental impact and exhaustibility. The importance of shifting towards renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions is stressed. The video concludes with trivia about the origin of the word 'energy' and a call to action for a sustainable future.

What is the classical definition of energy?

• The ability to create matter

• The ability to do work

• The ability to destroy matter

• The ability to transform matter

According to the law of conservation of energy, what can energy do?

• Be created

• Be destroyed

• Be transformed

• Be multiplied

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Coal

• Hydropower

• Wind Energy

• Solar Energy

How is solar energy converted into electricity?

• Using geothermal plants

• Using solar panels

• Using biomass

• Using wind turbines

What is biomass primarily composed of?

• Metals

• Organic matter from plants and animals

• Synthetic materials

• Minerals

Which energy source is derived from the Earth's internal heat?

• Wind Energy

• Solar Energy

• Hydropower

• Geothermal Energy

What is a major drawback of non-renewable energy sources?

• They are inexhaustible

• They are environmentally friendly

• They can cause pollution

• They are sustainable

Which of the following is a non-renewable energy source?

• Solar Energy

• Natural Gas

• Hydropower

• Wind Energy

Why is it important to reduce dependency on non-renewable energy?

• To increase carbon emissions

• To increase energy costs

• To deplete natural resources

• To reduce pollution and carbon emissions

From which language is the word 'energy' derived?

• Sanskrit

• Latin

• Greek

• Arabic