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What is a common disadvantage of fossil fuels and biomass?
What is a common disadvantage of fossil fuels and biomass?
- Radioactive waste
- Limited availability
- Carbon dioxide emissions (correct)
- High cost
Which element is noted for having 3 million times the energy of the same amount of coal?
Which element is noted for having 3 million times the energy of the same amount of coal?
- Carbon-12
- Plutonium-239
- Thorium-232
- Uranium-235 (correct)
What process is utilized to obtain products such as diesel and octane from petroleum?
What process is utilized to obtain products such as diesel and octane from petroleum?
- Electrolysis
- Fractional distillation (correct)
- Reforming
- Hydrocracking
Which energy resource is classified as either renewable or non-renewable?
Which energy resource is classified as either renewable or non-renewable?
What is a significant disadvantage associated with hydrogen fuel cells?
What is a significant disadvantage associated with hydrogen fuel cells?
What percentage of electricity in the United States is generated from fossil fuels?
What percentage of electricity in the United States is generated from fossil fuels?
Which of the following energy resources is considered non-renewable?
Which of the following energy resources is considered non-renewable?
Which of the following materials is NOT considered biomass?
Which of the following materials is NOT considered biomass?
What is the main disadvantage associated with the use of nuclear energy?
What is the main disadvantage associated with the use of nuclear energy?
What is the primary source of geothermal energy?
What is the primary source of geothermal energy?
Flashcards
Disadvantage of fossil fuels and biomass
Disadvantage of fossil fuels and biomass
Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, and biomass, derived from organic matter like wood, release carbon dioxide when burned, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.
Energy content of Uranium-235
Energy content of Uranium-235
Uranium-235, a radioactive element used in nuclear power plants, holds significantly more energy than coal, about 3 million times as much.
Fossil fuel dominance in US electricity production
Fossil fuel dominance in US electricity production
Fossil fuels account for the primary source of electricity generation in the United States, supplying approximately 85% of the nation's power.
Fossil fuel renewability
Fossil fuel renewability
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Fractional distillation of petroleum
Fractional distillation of petroleum
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What is fractional distillation?
What is fractional distillation?
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What is geothermal energy?
What is geothermal energy?
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What is a hydrogen fuel cell?
What is a hydrogen fuel cell?
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What is a major disadvantage of nuclear energy?
What is a major disadvantage of nuclear energy?
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What is a significant disadvantage of fossil fuels?
What is a significant disadvantage of fossil fuels?
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Study Notes
Fossil Fuels and Biomass Disadvantages
- Fossil fuels and biomass both release carbon dioxide as a byproduct.
Element with High Energy
- Uranium-235 has 3 million times the energy of an equal amount of coal.
Electricity Production by Fossil Fuels
- 85% of US electricity comes from fossil fuels.
Fossil Fuel Examples
- Petroleum, natural gas, gasoline, and oil are examples.
Petroleum Processing
- Fractional distillation is the process used to obtain diesel, octane, and other products from petroleum.
Energy Resource Types and Renewability
- Fossil fuels are non-renewable.
- Nuclear energy is sometimes considered non-renewable (depending).
- Solar, hydroelectric, wind, geothermal, and hydrogen fuel cells are renewable.
- Biomass is sometimes considered renewable (depending).
Biomass Composition
- Wood, soybeans, corn, and rice hulls are included in biomass.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Advantage and Disadvantage
- Hydrogen fuel cells produce only water as a byproduct.
- Hydrogen fuel cells are expensive and require a lot of energy.
Nuclear Fuel Advantage and Disadvantage
- Nuclear fuel produces zero carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gasses.
- Nuclear fuel creates radioactive waste.
Geothermal Energy Source
- Geothermal energy comes from heat within the Earth.
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Description
This quiz covers the types, disadvantages, and processing of fossil fuels and biomass as energy resources. Explore the renewable and non-renewable aspects of energy production, along with specific examples and advantages of hydrogen fuel cells.
