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Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable energy resource?
Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable energy resource?
- Wind energy
- Coal (correct)
- Hydroelectric power
- Solar energy
What is the key source of hydroelectric power?
What is the key source of hydroelectric power?
- Wind turbines
- Geothermal energy
- Falling water (correct)
- Solar energy
Which energy resource produces harmful nuclear waste but no air pollution?
Which energy resource produces harmful nuclear waste but no air pollution?
- Coal
- Solar energy
- Nuclear energy (correct)
- Wind energy
What is the primary role of electric power plants?
What is the primary role of electric power plants?
What is the importance of conservation of energy?
What is the importance of conservation of energy?
Which of the following statements best describes the law of conservation of energy?
Which of the following statements best describes the law of conservation of energy?
How is the energy in fuels such as gasoline, coal, and wood originally derived?
How is the energy in fuels such as gasoline, coal, and wood originally derived?
What is the primary source of the energy found in most of the food we consume?
What is the primary source of the energy found in most of the food we consume?
Which process can transform thermal energy from within Earth into electric energy?
Which process can transform thermal energy from within Earth into electric energy?
What is the primary source of the energy that reaches Earth's surface?
What is the primary source of the energy that reaches Earth's surface?
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What is Coal?
What is Coal?
A nonrenewable energy resource formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals.
Hydroelectric Power
Hydroelectric Power
The energy produced by harnessing the power of moving water, typically through dams.
Geothermal Power
Geothermal Power
Energy derived from the heat inside the earth.
Electric Power Plant Role
Electric Power Plant Role
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Energy Conservation
Energy Conservation
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Law of Conservation of Energy
Law of Conservation of Energy
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Energy in Fuels Origin
Energy in Fuels Origin
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Primary Source of Food Energy
Primary Source of Food Energy
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Primary Source of Earth's Energy
Primary Source of Earth's Energy
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Nuclear Energy
Nuclear Energy
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