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Worksheets1.3 Energy Generation and Storage
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
What gas does the burning of coal produce?
Hydrogen
Carbon dioxide
Oxygen
Helium
Where can shale gas deposits be found?
In the water
In oil
Underground
In plants
Most of the UK's oil supply is made into what?
Electricity
Plastic products
Salad dressing
Car Tyres
Natural gas is most commonly produced where?
Off-shore
On wasteland
In landfill sites
Sewage pipes
Nuclear energy is created by splitting the atoms of what material?
Aluminium
Steel
Uranium
Cotton
In 2018, what proportion of the UK's electricity was generated by renewable resources?
Around a tenth
Around a third
Around half
Around two thirds
What do solar panels use to harness the Sun's light?
Plant and animal material
Turbines
Photovoltaic cells
Motors
What does biomass energy involve?
Growing plants specifically for burning
Recycling plastics to burn
Collecting the waste from landfill and burning it
Gathering food and crushing it
What is a tidal barrage?
A collection of rubbish that blocks a river
A dam that is used to generate energy from tidal forces
A dam built to stop water flow and create a reservoir
A home for a beaver
What are the two main types of batteries used in homes?
Single-use and dual-use
Single-use and triple-span
Single-use and rechargeable
Single use and no reusable
What percentage of the world's electricity is generated by renewable resources?
Less than 10%
Between 10% and 20%
Between 20% and 30%
More than 30%
What is the primary purpose of a wind farm?
Providing a habitat for birds
Generating electricity from wind
Creating a scenic landscape
Hosting outdoor events
What is the main advantage of using hydroelectric power?
Low initial cost
Minimal impact on the environment
High energy efficiency
Easy maintenance
