WorksheetsRenewable Energy
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 11mins
Renewable Energy Sources
will run out
burn fossil fuels
naturally replenish themselves
are not sustainable
This type of renewable energy is produced when organic matter is burned to heat water into steam which then turns a turbine, which in turn powers an electrical generator.
Biomass
Wind
Solar
Hydroelectric
One advantage of wind energy is
may harm birds
installation of turbines is expensive
wind is inconsistent
does not produce pollution
What is one disadvantage of using solar energy?
High maintenance costs
Noise pollution
Cloudy days equal less electricity
Complex technology
This type of renewable energy makes use of the naturally occurring heat that originates from deep within the earth.
Biomass
Geothermal
Hydroelectric
Solar
Heating your home with a wood burning stove, driving a truck that runs on biodiesel and burning methane produced by animal waste from a feedlot are all examples of which type of renewable energy?
Biomass
Hydroelectric
Geothermal
Solar
This type of renewable energy is produced when flowing water turns the blades of a turbine, which in turn powers an electrical generator.
Biomass
Hydroelectric
Geothermal
Solar
Electric generators work by
converts mechanical energy to electrical energy (electricity)
converting oil into electricity
turning fossil fuels into uranium
rubbing copper against a substance does not conduct electricity
Which of the following is a disadvantage of geothermal power?
needs locations with enough geothermal heat.
can generate a lot of energy.
little to no air pollution.
there are no disadvantages.
Which of the following would increase energy efficiency?
using public transportation and developing more efficient engines for vehicles.
turning thermostats down in winter and up in summer.
insulating homes and businesses.
All of the above.
Do renewable energy sources run out?
Yes
No
All of the following are considered renewable energy sources EXCEPT –
Wind
Coal
Biomass
Solar
_________________________ is created when the kinetic energy from falling water is converted into electricity.
geothermal energy
biomass energy
wind energy
hydroelectricity
This type of energy is harnessed as moving air turns the blades of a turbine.
Wind
Solar
Nuclear
Oil
This type of renewable energy is produced when flowing water turns the blades of a turbine, which in turn powers an electrical generator.
Wind
Solar
Geothermal
Hydroelectric
One disadvantage of using biomass as an energy source is
It cannot be used at night
It uses land that could be used for food production
It is clean energy
Can only be used in very specific locations
One disadvantage of using geothermal energy source is
It cannot be used at night
It uses land that could be used for food production
It is clean energy
It can only be used in very specific locations
This type of energy is powered by the natural rise and fall of ocean tides and currents. Some of these technologies include turbines and paddles.
Tidal
Geothermal
Solar
Hydroelectric
