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What is the key benefit of using renewable energy sources over fossil fuels?
What is the key benefit of using renewable energy sources over fossil fuels?
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions (correct)
- Easier extraction processes
- Higher energy efficiency rates
- Lower initial investment costs
Which of the following is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
Which of the following is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
- They have limited availability that can deplete over time (correct)
- They can be replenished naturally at a sustainable rate
- They are generally more expensive to extract
- They produce less energy compared to renewables
Which technology is primarily used for harnessing wind energy?
Which technology is primarily used for harnessing wind energy?
- Wind turbines (correct)
- Geothermal systems
- Photovoltaic cells
- Hydro turbines
What is a major challenge faced when implementing solar energy systems?
What is a major challenge faced when implementing solar energy systems?
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What is the primary process through which geothermal energy is produced?
What is the primary process through which geothermal energy is produced?
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Study Notes
Renewable Energy Sources
- Key Benefit: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mitigating climate change.
- Non-Renewable Resources: Limited availability, finite supply.
Wind Energy
- Harnessing Technology: Wind turbines, converting wind kinetic energy into electricity.
Solar Energy Systems
- Challenges: Intermittent nature of sunlight, reliant on weather conditions.
Geothermal Energy
- Primary Process: Heat from Earth's core, utilized as a renewable energy source.
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