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Understanding Hydrocarbon Energy Dynamics

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What percentage of the global energy supply is made up of hydrocarbons like oil, natural gas, and coal?

a)

50%

b)

85%

c)

30%

d)

10%

2.

Which of the following is NOT considered a hydrocarbon?

a)

Oil

b)

Natural Gas

c)

Solar Energy

d)

Coal

3.

Despite years of investment, what is the contribution of non-hydro renewable sources to the global energy supply?

a)

Less than 2%

b)

10%

c)

25%

d)

50%

4.

What has been the trend in proven reserves of hydrocarbons over the years?

a)

They have decreased significantly.

b)

They have remained the same.

c)

They have grown significantly.

d)

They have disappeared.

5.

How has the affordability of hydrocarbon energy changed over the decades?

a)

It has become more expensive.

b)

It has become more affordable.

c)

It has remained the same.

d)

It has become unaffordable.

6.

Which technological advancement has helped optimize energy supply management?

a)

Manual labor

b)

Digital platforms and trading

c)

Paper records

d)

Horse-drawn carriages

7.

What is one challenge faced by renewable energy sources like wind and solar?

a)

They are too cheap.

b)

They are opposed by environmentalists.

c)

They are too abundant.

d)

They are too easy to implement.

8.

Why do environmentalists critique the use of fossil fuels?

a)

They are too clean.

b)

They conflict with sustainability efforts.

c)

They are too cheap.

d)

They are too efficient.

9.

What is orimulsion primarily used for?

a)

Cooking

b)

Energy supply

c)

Building materials

d)

Clothing

10.

What is the main reason hydrocarbons continue to dominate the energy market?

a)

They are the only energy source available.

b)

They are needed to meet rising energy demands.

c)

They are the most expensive option.

d)

They are the least efficient.