Energy Resources Quiz

Energy and Resources

• Energy is the ability to do work, and it comes in various forms such as thermal, electrical, chemical, and mechanical.

Fossil Fuels

• Fossil fuels are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals that have been buried for millions of years under layers of rock and sediment.
• The primary color of coal is black.

Transportation Energy

• The main source of energy for transportation is fossil fuels, specifically petroleum-based products such as gasoline and diesel fuel.

Non-Renewable Resources

• Non-renewable resources are classified as fossil fuels, including coal, oil, and natural gas.
• The primary characteristic of a non-renewable resource is that it cannot be replenished in a human lifetime, meaning it takes millions of years to form.

Formation of Fossil Fuels

• Fossil fuels were formed during the Carboniferous period, a geological period that occurred around 300 million years ago.

Composition of Coal

• The primary composition of coal is carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen, with small amounts of other elements such as sulfur and nitrogen.

Function of Energy Resources

• The main function of an energy resource is to provide energy to power various activities, such as transportation, heating, and electricity generation.

Classification of Resources

• Resources are broadly classified into two categories: non-renewable (fossil fuels) and renewable (solar, wind, hydro, etc.).