Energy Resources Quiz
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1. Which of these is a renewable energy resource?
- A. A. Coal
- B. B. Natural gas
- C. C. Solar power
- D. D. Nuclear fuel
2. How does a solar cell generate electricity?
- A. A. By burning stored chemical energy
- B. B. By converting sunlight directly into electricity
- C. C. By using heat from underground rocks
- D. D. By using the motion of ocean waves
3. Which factor is NOT typically used to choose which fuel to use for a task?
- A. A. Ease of storage
- B. B. Energy content
- C. C. Safety
- D. D. Colour of the flame
4. A country relies heavily on geothermal power for electricity. Which statement best explains why this may not be possible everywhere?
- A. A. Geothermal power only works at night
- B. B. It requires access to suitable underground heat sources
- C. C. It produces too much carbon dioxide
- D. D. It cannot be connected to the national grid
5. A government is deciding between wave power and a coal power station for a new coastal site. Which is the strongest argument for wave power?
- A. A. Wave power produces more electricity per second at all times
- B. B. Wave power has no fuel cost and produces no emissions during operation
- C. C. Wave power works even when there are no waves
- D. D. Wave power requires no maintenance