15 Questions
What is the defining characteristic of renewable resources?
They can be replenished at a similar rate to human use
Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?
Solar energy
What powers turbines to harness wind energy?
Wind
How is hydroelectric energy produced?
By the movement of water
What makes non-renewable resources different from renewable resources?
They are exhaustible
Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable resource?
Coal
What is the primary concern regarding the use of non-renewable resources?
Depletion over time
What is the primary difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?
Renewable resources can be replenished within human lifetimes, while non-renewable resources take millions of years to form
How does geothermal energy create electricity?
By pumping hot water from deep underground through a turbine
What makes biomass a more eco-friendly form of energy compared to fossil fuels?
Burning biomass emits less carbon dioxide than burning fossil fuels
Why is hydroelectric power considered a renewable resource?
The water used to generate electricity is not removed from the system and can be used repeatedly
What is the primary component of natural gas?
Methane
How are non-renewable resources defined?
Energy sources that are not sustainable and cannot be replenished as quickly as humans use them
What is the most common method of using biomass to generate electricity?
Burning biomass to create steam that turns turbines
Why is it important to conserve non-renewable resources?
Non-renewable resources take millions of years to form and may be depleted if not conserved
Test your knowledge of renewable and non-renewable resources with this quiz! Explore the differences between these energy sources and their impact on our daily lives.
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