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What is the term for the energy possessed by river water or rain water falling from great heights?
What is the term for the energy possessed by river water or rain water falling from great heights?
- Solar power
- Tidal power
- Geothermal power
- Hydel power (correct)
What is the primary reason for the use of non-conventional power sources?
What is the primary reason for the use of non-conventional power sources?
- Higher energy efficiency than conventional sources
- Government subsidies for non-conventional sources
- Depletion of conventional resources (correct)
- Lower cost compared to conventional sources
Which fossil fuel is often referred to as 'black gold' due to its importance?
Which fossil fuel is often referred to as 'black gold' due to its importance?
- Natural gas
- Petroleum (correct)
- Shale gas
- Coal
What is the term for electricity generated from coal?
What is the term for electricity generated from coal?
What is the primary reason for the use of non-conventional power sources?
What is the primary reason for the use of non-conventional power sources?
What is the term for the remains of plants and animals converted into coal, petroleum, and natural gas?
What is the term for the remains of plants and animals converted into coal, petroleum, and natural gas?
Which power source is often referred to as 'black gold' due to its significance?
Which power source is often referred to as 'black gold' due to its significance?
What is the term for the energy possessed by river water or rain water falling from great heights?
What is the term for the energy possessed by river water or rain water falling from great heights?
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