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What is a characteristic of renewable energy sources?

  • They produce greenhouse gas emissions.
  • They are typically expensive to maintain.
  • They deplete over time.
  • They are derived from naturally replenishing sources. (correct)

    • Which of the following is a disadvantage of solar energy?

  • It requires specific locations.
  • Energy production is consistent and reliable.
  • It produces no direct emissions.
  • Installation costs are high. (correct)

    • How is wind energy generated?

  • By using falling water to generate electricity.
  • By converting sunlight into electricity.
  • By harnessing heat from within the Earth.
  • By converting kinetic energy of moving air into electricity. (correct)

    • What is a major concern when building hydroelectric power plants?

    <p>It can displace communities and disrupt ecosystems. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes geothermal energy?

    <p>Heat energy from the Earth's mantle. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common advantage of renewable energy sources?

    <p>They reduce reliance on fossil fuels. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT impact the effectiveness of solar energy?

    <p>Installation costs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of wind energy?

    <p>It may impact bird and bat populations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant advantage of biomass energy?

    <p>It has a zero carbon footprint. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key disadvantage associated with fossil fuels?

    <p>They contribute to climate change. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about nuclear energy?

    <p>Nuclear plants produce harmful radioactive waste. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is energy released in nuclear fission?

    <p>Atoms split into smaller parts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of non-renewable energy sources?

    <p>They come from finite sources that will deplete over time. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of using biomass for energy production?

    <p>It requires a lot of land for large-scale production. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which advantage does nuclear energy have compared to fossil fuels?

    <p>Zero carbon emissions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about biomass energy?

    <p>It results in high carbon footprints. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Renewable Energy Resource

    Energy source from naturally replenishing resources, like the sun, wind, water, and geothermal heat.

    Solar Energy

    Energy from the sun, converted into electricity using solar panels.

    Wind Energy

    Energy generated by wind turbines capturing the kinetic energy of moving air.

    Hydroelectric Energy

    Energy from flowing or falling water, typically using dams, to generate electricity.

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    Geothermal Energy

    Energy from the Earth's internal heat, using reservoirs of hot water below the surface.

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    Energy Resources

    Materials used to produce heat, electricity, or mechanical energy.

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    Nonrenewable Energy

    Energy sources that are not replenished naturally and will eventually run out.

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    Energy Source Categorization

    Renewable energy sources regenerate naturally, and non-renewable sources eventually deplete.

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    Biomass Energy

    Energy produced from organic matter like plants, crops, and waste.

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    Biomass Advantages

    Zero carbon footprint and lower net CO2 emissions than fossil fuels.

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    Biomass Disadvantages

    High cost of collection, transportation, and storage; requires land.

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    Fossil Fuels

    Energy sources from ancient plants and animals (e.g., coal, oil, natural gas).

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    Fossil Fuel Advantages

    High energy density, efficient for power generation.

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    Fossil Fuel Disadvantages

    Non-renewable, cause of greenhouse gas emissions.

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    Nuclear Energy

    Energy produced by splitting or joining atomic nuclei.

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    Nuclear Energy Disadvantages

    Risk of accidents, radioactive waste disposal.

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    Study Notes

    Energy Resources

    • Energy resources are materials or elements used to produce energy, such as heat, electricity, or mechanical energy.
    • Sources are categorized as renewable or nonrenewable.

    Types of Energy Resources

    • Renewable: Naturally replenishing sources like the sun, wind, and water. They are sustainable and do not deplete over time.
    • Nonrenewable: Sources with a finite amount of resources that will run out or cannot be replenished within human timescales. Fossil fuels (coal, petroleum, and natural gas) are examples.

    Renewable Energy

    • Derived from naturally replenishing sources (sun, wind, water).
    • Sustainable, reducing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

    Solar Energy

    • Description: Converts sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic cells in solar panels.
    • Advantages: Abundant, environmentally friendly, low maintenance after installation.
    • Disadvantages: High installation costs, energy production depends on weather and daylight.

    Wind Energy

    • Description: Generated by converting kinetic energy of moving air into electricity using wind turbines.
    • Advantages: Sustainable, cost-effective in windy areas, no direct emissions.
    • Disadvantages: Turbines can be noisy, require specific locations, and may impact bird and bat populations.

    Hydroelectric Energy

    • Description: Uses flowing or falling water, often through dams, to generate electricity.
    • Advantages: Reliable and renewable energy source; helps with water storage and irrigation.
    • Disadvantages: Expensive to build dams, can displace communities, and disrupt aquatic ecosystems.

    Geothermal Energy

    • Description: Heat energy from the Earth, using reservoirs of hot water below the surface.
    • Advantages: Renewable, comes from the Earth's mantle.
    • Disadvantages: High upfront costs (megawatt capacity plants cost ~$2-$7 million).

    Biomass

    • Description: Renewable energy source from plants and algae; Trees, crops, and municipal waste are consistently available.
    • Advantages: Zero carbon footprint; lower net carbon dioxide emissions than coal and gas.
    • Disadvantages: Expensive to gather, transport, and store; large land requirements for production facilities.

    Nonrenewable Energy

    • Limited sources that will eventually run out.
    • Primarily fossil fuels (coal, petroleum, and natural gas).
    • Carbon is the primary element in fossil fuels.

    Fossil Fuels

    • Description: Energy sources from ancient plants and animals.
    • Advantages: High energy density; efficient for power generation.
    • Disadvantages: Cannot be replenished; depletion over time; release of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.

    Nuclear Energy

    • Description: Released from the atomic nucleus (fission or fusion).
    • Advantages: Low carbon footprint; reliable energy source.
    • Disadvantages: Risk of accidents (e.g., Chernobyl, Fukushima); radioactive waste disposal (long-term hazard).

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