WorksheetsWave & Ocean Thermal Energy
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
1) The primary principle behind Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) is by converting wave energy into electricity & exploiting temperature differences between surface and deep water to generate power.
2) An advantage of wave and ocean thermal energy is it's dependence on fossil fuels.
3) High upfront costs for infrastructure development is a disadvantage of wave and ocean thermal energy.
4) What is the main function of wave energy converters?
A) To cool down the ocean's surface
B) To capture the kinetic energy of ocean waves & convert it into electricity
C) To desalinate ocean water
D) To monitor marine life
5) Wave and ocean thermal energy are considered renewable and sustainable energy sources.
6) Intermittent energy source, dependent on wave and temperature conditions and low maintenance requirements are significant challenges for wave and ocean thermal energy
7) Ocean thermal energy conversion systems primarily rely on the temperature gradient between the ocean's surface and its depths to generate energy.
False
True
8) Which of the following is a potential environmental impact of wave energy installations?
D) Improvement of water quality
C) Reduction of ocean acidity
B) Disruption of marine ecosystems
A) Increased fish populations
9) Wave energy is considered a more predictable energy source compared to solar and wind energy.
True
False
10) What is a common method used to harness wave energy?
C) Wave energy converters
B) Wind turbines
D) Geothermal pumps
A) Solar panels
11) Which of the following is a challenge associated with ocean thermal energy conversion?
B) Limited geographical applicability
A) High efficiency in energy conversion
D) Low initial investment costs
C) Abundant resource availability
12) Wave energy has the potential to contribute significantly to which of the following?
C) Decreasing energy security
B) Increasing fossil fuel dependency
D) Enhancing air pollution
A) Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
