Electricity and Energy Sources

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What is the main source of energy used by people, homes, business, cities, and industry?

Electricity (correct)

Oil and Natural Gas

Coal

Nuclear Power

Which of the following is NOT considered a conventional source of commercial energy?

Electricity

Oil and Natural Gas

Solar Energy (correct)

Coal

What is a key characteristic of non-commercial energy sources?

They are freely available. (correct)

They are derived from fossil fuels.

They are only used for commercial purposes.

They are expensive to produce.

What is the primary source of energy for wind energy?

The movement of air (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a major source of power generation?

Hydroelectric Power (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which energy source is often referred to as "liquid gold"?

Oil and Natural Gas (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a non-conventional source of energy that is produced by sunlight?

Solar Energy (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Electricity

A convenient form of energy used globally in homes, businesses, and industries.

Coal

The most important conventional source of energy, primarily used for generating electricity.

Oil and Natural Gas

Liquid energy sources, often called 'liquid gold', crucial for global energy needs.

Nuclear Power

A major power generation source using nuclear reactions to produce electricity.

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Thermal Power

Electricity generated using heat from burning fuels like coal and gas.

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Solar Energy

Energy produced by sunlight, a non-conventional energy source.

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Wind Energy

Energy generated by harnessing wind, commonly for irrigation pumps.

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Study Notes

Electricity

Electricity is a convenient energy source.
It is the preferred energy choice for people, homes, businesses, cities, and industry.

Sources of Energy

Conventional Sources

Coal is a significant energy source.
Oil and natural gas are crucial energy sources, often described as "liquid gold."
Electricity is commonly used for both domestic and commercial purposes.
It is primarily used in electrical appliances.

Non-Commercial Sources

Straw, dried dung, and firewood are considered non-commercial energy sources.
They are often readily available resources.

Non-Conventional Energy Sources

Solar Energy: Produced through sunlight.
Wind Energy: Generated by harnessing wind power; often used for irrigation pumps.
Tidal Energy: Produced by exploiting the tidal waves of the sea.
Bio Energy
Solar Energy
Wind Energy
Tidal Energy
Energy from urban waste

Major Power Generation Sources

Nuclear power
Thermal power
Hydroelectric power

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This quiz covers the various sources of energy, including conventional, non-commercial, and non-conventional sources. It explores the advantages of electricity as a primary energy source and discusses forms of renewable energy like solar and wind power. Test your knowledge on energy types and their applications in daily life.