Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems Quiz
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What is the process of Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) used for?

  • Producing electricity using temperature difference between deep cold ocean water and warm tropical surface waters (correct)
  • Generating electricity from wave movement
  • Harvesting energy from wind currents
  • Utilizing geothermal energy from the Earth's core

Which renewable energy source harnesses power from the movement of waves?

  • Solar battery charging stations
  • Micro hydro power plants (correct)
  • Biogas plant
  • Wind pump

What type of renewable energy system utilizes sunlight to charge batteries?

  • Micro hydro power plants
  • Wind pump
  • Solar battery charging stations (correct)
  • Biogas plant

What is the function of a wind pump in renewable energy systems?

<p>Harvesting energy from wind currents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which renewable energy system involves producing fuel from biodegradable materials?

<p>Biogas plant (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of energy system can be characterized as using renewable resources, being small-scale, decentralized, and easily sized to meet energy demand?

<p>Non-conventional energy system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a major non-conventional energy system?

<p>Coal power plant (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of power plants are classified as micro hydro power plants?

<p>Below 100 kW (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of solar battery charging stations (BCS)?

<p>To charge batteries using solar power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which renewable energy technology converts organic waste into usable energy?

<p>Biogas plant (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do wind pumps primarily utilize to generate power?

<p>Wind energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of micro hydro power plants?

<p>Almost limitless source of energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of energy resource is commonly used in solar battery charging stations?

<p>Solar energy from PV cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of wind pumps in terms of generating energy?

<p>Require little land (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about biogas plants?

<p>Not practical in windy areas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage of solar home systems?

<p>Do not produce air pollution (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which renewable energy source is commonly used in modern residential solar power systems?

<p>Solar energy from PV cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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