Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Sources

The video explores the concept of energy, starting with its classical definition as the ability to do work. It explains the law of conservation of energy, stating that energy cannot be created or destroyed but can change forms. The video then delves into renewable energy sources like solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, and hydropower, highlighting their abundance and sustainability. It contrasts these with non-renewable sources such as natural gas, coal, and petroleum, which are exhaustible and environmentally harmful. The video concludes with trivia about the origin of the word 'energy' and emphasizes the importance of renewable energy for a sustainable future.

What is the classical definition of energy?

• The ability to transform matter

• The ability to create matter

• The ability to do work

• The ability to destroy matter

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

• Hydropower

• Wind Energy

• Solar Energy

• Coal

How is solar energy converted into electricity?

• Using geothermal plants

• Using biomass converters

• Using solar panels

• Using wind turbines

What is the primary source of wind energy?

• The moon

• The sun

• The ocean

• The earth's core

What is biomass primarily composed of?

• Synthetic materials

• Water and air

• Organic matter from plants and animals

• Minerals and metals

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

• Solar Energy

• Hydropower

• Wind Energy

• Geothermal Energy

What is a major benefit of hydropower?

• It is limited in supply

• It is non-renewable

• It is abundant and sustainable

• It causes high pollution

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

• Solar Energy

• Natural Gas

• Wind Energy

• Biomass

What is a significant environmental impact of non-renewable energy sources?

• They are inexhaustible

• They cause pollution

• They have no impact

• They are sustainable

What is the origin of the word 'Energy'?

• Latin

• Greek

• French

• German