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What percentage of France's energy mix was nuclear in 2022?
What percentage of France's energy mix was nuclear in 2022?
- 63% (correct)
- 55%
- 70%
- 50%
Why was nuclear power chosen as a strategic choice in France in the 1960s?
Why was nuclear power chosen as a strategic choice in France in the 1960s?
- To reduce carbon emissions
- Because of its high energy density (correct)
- Due to its low investment costs
- As a response to the oil crisis
What is a key advantage of nuclear power plants?
What is a key advantage of nuclear power plants?
- They are low-cost to build
- They produce no greenhouse gas emissions
- They require low maintenance
- They have a high energy density (correct)
What is a key challenge associated with climate change and energy security?
What is a key challenge associated with climate change and energy security?
What percentage of France's energy mix was from solar power in 2022?
What percentage of France's energy mix was from solar power in 2022?
Why is understanding the role of electric power production important?
Why is understanding the role of electric power production important?
What is an advantage of nuclear power?
What is an advantage of nuclear power?
What is a concern associated with the use of nuclear power?
What is a concern associated with the use of nuclear power?
Why is diversification of energy sources important?
Why is diversification of energy sources important?
What is an example of a country that has successfully diversified its energy sources?
What is an example of a country that has successfully diversified its energy sources?
Why is transitioning to renewable energy sources important?
Why is transitioning to renewable energy sources important?
What is an example of a country that has increased its share of renewable energy sources?
What is an example of a country that has increased its share of renewable energy sources?
What is a characteristic of renewable energy sources?
What is a characteristic of renewable energy sources?
What is a disadvantage of renewable energy installations?
What is a disadvantage of renewable energy installations?
Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?
Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?
Why are energy sources like natural gas important?
Why are energy sources like natural gas important?
What is a challenge of using renewable energy sources like wind and solar power?
What is a challenge of using renewable energy sources like wind and solar power?
Why is flexibility important in energy production?
Why is flexibility important in energy production?
What is a limitation of renewable energy sources?
What is a limitation of renewable energy sources?
What is the primary role of economic considerations in the energy mix?
What is the primary role of economic considerations in the energy mix?
What is a key benefit of a well-balanced energy mix?
What is a key benefit of a well-balanced energy mix?
Why is it important to consider the environmental impact of each energy source?
Why is it important to consider the environmental impact of each energy source?
What is a social consideration in energy production?
What is a social consideration in energy production?
What is the ultimate goal of a balanced energy mix?
What is the ultimate goal of a balanced energy mix?
