Introduction to Energy Resources
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What is the main reason why nations are making efforts to find non-conventional energy sources?

  • To improve the quality of existing energy resources
  • To reduce the cost of energy extraction
  • To increase the economic growth of their nation
  • To address the depleting conventional energy resources (correct)
  • Why is energy considered a key input in economic growth?

  • Due to its direct correlation with technological advancement
  • Because it is the primary source of renewable resources
  • Because it directly impacts the availability of food resources
  • As it plays a vital role in powering industrial activities (correct)
  • What is the estimated lifespan of conventional fuels according to the text?

  • Over a century
  • 5-6 decades (correct)
  • 3-4 decades
  • 1-2 decades
  • How are primary energy resources defined in the text?

    <p>Resources available in nature in raw form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which classification of energy resources is based on the commercial application of the resources?

    <p>Usability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is renewable energy sometimes referred to as?

    <p>Sustainable energy source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of energy resources need to be located, extracted, processed, and converted before use?

    <p>Primary energy resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are examples of secondary energy resources?

    <p>Petrol, diesel, LNG</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are renewable energy sources considered advantageous in terms of pollution?

    <p>They have low energy density resulting in minimal pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for developing non-conventional energy resources alongside conventional ones?

    <p>To meet future energy needs as conventional resources deplete</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is geothermal energy considered renewable?

    <p>The resource is unlimited and naturally replenished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do renewable energy sources help in saving foreign exchange and promoting local employment?

    <p>By having low running costs and simple designs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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