10 Questions
What activities are included in energy development?
Production of renewable, nuclear, and fossil fuel derived sources of energy
What do energy conservation and efficiency measures aim to do?
Reduce the demand for energy development
How are energy resources classified based on their usability?
Primary and secondary resources
What industries are included in the conventional energy industry?
Petroleum, natural gas, electrical power, and nuclear industries
What distinguishes renewable resources from non-renewable resources?
Renewable resources are produced by ongoing processes that can sustain indefinite human exploitation
Which energy source is classified as nonrenewable due to limited supply?
Nuclear energy
What is the primary energy source that accounts for most U.S. energy consumption?
Coal
Which energy source is considered a secondary energy source?
Natural gas
What type of energy sources can be used to produce secondary energy sources such as electricity?
Renewable and nonrenewable energy sources
Which energy source is considered renewable?
Solar energy
Test your knowledge of energy development with this quiz! Explore topics such as renewable energy, fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and energy conservation. See how much you know about obtaining and using energy from natural resources, and the importance of energy efficiency measures.
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