WorksheetsEarth's Resources
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 13mins
Most energy used in the United States comes from non-renewable sources. List the
following energy sources that are renewable:
Word bank: coal, natural gas, petroleum, sunlight, wind, water behind dams
(a)
Most energy used in the United States comes from non-renewable sources. List the
ones that are non renewable energy sources:
Word bank: coal, natural gas, petroleum, sunlight, wind, water behind dams
(a)
Look at the picture. Dams use the flow of water to generate electricity. This is
an example of a renewable source of energy because the flow of water-
can generate electricity.
is replaced naturally and can be used again and again.
s free to use.
does not produce pollution.
Non-renewable energy resources cannot be replaced by nature in a short period of time. How
many years does it take for fossil fuels to form?
tens
hundreds
thousands
millions
Using fossil fuels to power vehicles adds to air pollution. The graph shows air pollution
data during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Select a true statement
Air pollution in both cities decreased
Air pollution decreased in New York but increased in Rome
Air pollution in both cities increased
Air pollution in New York was higher than in Rome.
Energy-efficient products are designed to lower our energy consumption. Select ALL
technologies that help us use energy more efficiently.
Wood-burning heaters
Electric school buses
Rechargeable batteries
Lights with motion-sensors
Based on the “Energy Sources” table, which source negatively impacts natural
ecosystems?
Nuclear
Wind
Water behind dam
Based on the table, which of the following statements is true about nuclear energy?
It produces carbon and water pollution
It produces radioactive waste.
It is less efficient than fossil fuels
It increases our need for fossil fuels.
The Power of Wind
Humans developed technology to capture the energy of wind. Turbines collect and change the kinetic
energy of wind into electricity to supply power to our homes and businesses. It is a growing industry.
Over the past ten years, the United States has increased its ability to use wind power by 30 percent.
Currently, 41 states have wind plants that provide more than 100,000 jobs for Americans.
Directions: Based on the passage, complete a statement below to make it true.
This passage tells us about the technology that captures the kinetic energy of
______________________ and changes it into the ________________________ energy
(a)
From the list below, select all actions that help us to conserve energy
Turn off lights and electronic devices when not using them.
Walk or bike for short trips, instead of taking the car
Keep the computer turned on all the time
Leave the refrigerator door open to cool the house.
Taking Action to Save Energy at School
One day, students at Bel Air Elementary School in Woodbridge, Virginia had the exciting idea to
build an outdoor classroom. But they needed money to do it. To help, their teacher entered the
school in the Prince William County Public Schools “Energy Challenge.” The students had a
chance to earn $1800 by finding easy ways to save energy! They talked to an engineer and learned
that running an air conditioner to cool down their school uses a lot of energy.
Select an action the students should take to lower how much energy is used to cool down
their school.
Ask teachers to keep the outside doors closed as much as possible
Ask teachers to keep classroom windows open all the time
Ask teachers to use fans in classrooms in addition to air conditioning
Ask teachers to give out ice cream after recess.
Read the information below:
• The front doors of a school are kept open from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
• Buses arrive with students at 9:00 a.m.
How would you investigate how much cool air goes out the front doors between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. in
June?
Measure the temperature at 8:00 a.m. near the buses and at the front doors at 10:00 a.m.
Measure the temperature at 10:00 a.m. near the buses and at the front doors right after 10:00 a.m
Measure the temperature at the front doors just before 9 a.m. and right after 10:00 a.m
Measure the temperature at the front doors just before 8:00 a.m. and right after 10:00 a.m
Study the graph. If these patterns continue, what will be a reasonable prediction?
The use of natural gas to produce electricity will decrease
The use of coal to produce electricity will increase
The use of renewable energy sources to produce electricity will increase.
Everyone will stop using energy.
fter reading the “The History of Light Bulbs” passage below, select the best conclusion.
The History of Light Bulbs
At the end of the 1800s, Thomas Edison invented the first light bulb. The design of the
bulb was later improved. In 1939, American companies demonstrated a new product
called fluorescent tubes. They lasted longer and produced three times more light than
the Edison bulb. These tubes can still be found in our classrooms and offices. The most
efficient light-producing devices today are LED bulbs. Invented in 1962, these lights
last 20 times longer and are about six times more energy efficient than the Edison bulb.
Over time, advances in technology allowed humans to use energy more efficiently
Thomas Edison invented the most efficient light bulb.
Fluorescent light tubes can only be used in the offices.
After 1962, fluorescent tubes and Edison bulbs are no longer used
Study the model of a geothermal power plant below. Which of the following is a limitation
of this model?
Demonstrating a complex process
Showing the direction of the water flow.
Labeling parts of the power plant.
Describing the environmental impact
Study the table. Which graph correctly represents the data in the table?
