WorksheetsRenewable and non renewable energy sources
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Worksheet time: 12mins
What is one of the most important energy transformations for life on Earth?
Combustion
Photosynthesis
Decomposition
Respiration
Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?
Solar
Wind
Coal
Hydropower
What is a disadvantage of non-renewable energy?
It is infinite
It causes no harm
It contributes to climate change
It is always cheap
What is coal primarily formed from?
Volcanic ash
Woody plant material
Oceanic sediments
Desert sand
What is a common consequence of mining for coal?
Increased biodiversity
Release of methane and coal dust
Improved air quality
Decreased soil erosion
What is a benefit of nuclear energy in terms of emissions?
High greenhouse gas emissions
Very low greenhouse gas emissions
High carbon emissions
High sulfur emissions
What infamous incident is associated with nuclear energy?
Fukushima
Chernobyl
Three Mile Island
Windscale
What is a disadvantage of using ethanol as a fuel?
It is more efficient than gasoline
Cars need to refuel more frequently
It is cheaper than gasoline
It is non-renewable
What is a benefit of ethanol in engines?
Increases pollution
Makes engines less efficient
Makes engines more efficient
Increases fuel cost
What is a disadvantage of using biomass energy related to pesticides?
Reduces pesticide use
Increases pesticide use
Eliminates pesticide use
Has no effect on pesticide use
What is the primary use of wind turbines today?
To power vehicles
To generate electricity
To cool buildings
To desalinate water
What is the energy transformation in a wind turbine?
Chemical to thermal
Kinetic to mechanical
Mechanical to chemical
Thermal to electrical
What is a common installation for small residences to generate electricity?
Solar panels
Wind mills
Hydroelectric dams
Geothermal plants
What is a potential environmental impact of damming rivers?
Increase in fish population
Permanent alteration of river flow
Decrease in water pollution
Increase in forest area
What is a disadvantage of hydroelectric power mentioned in the text?
Low installation cost
High greenhouse emissions
High installation cost
Unlimited water supply
What type of energy is created by the electrical generator in a hydroelectric plant?
Thermal energy
Chemical energy
Electrical energy
Nuclear energy
What is the historical significance of hydroelectric power mentioned in the text?
It was first used in the 1800s
Ancient Greeks used it to grind wheat
It was discovered in the 20th century
It was used to power cars
What is a con of hydroelectric power related to ecosystems?
Enhances local ecosystems
Affects local ecosystems
Increases biodiversity
Reduces water pollution
What affects the tidal ranges and energy produced by tidal plants?
Wind patterns
Seasons and cycles of the moon
Solar flares
Ocean currents
What is used in a solar oven to collect solar energy?
Magnifying glass
Mirrors
Lenses
Solar panels
