10 Questions
What are some examples of non-conventional energy sources?
Solar, wind, tidal, geothermal, biogas, atomic energy
What are the two most common energy sources in rural India?
Firewood and cattle dung cake
Why is the continuation of using firewood and cattle dung cake becoming increasingly difficult?
Due to decreasing forest area and the discouragement of using valuable manure in agriculture
What is the most abundantly available fossil fuel in India?
Coal
What are some common uses of coal in India?
Power generation, supplying energy to industry, and domestic needs
Where are the principal lignite reserves located in India?
Neyveli in Tamil Nadu
What is peat and why does it have low heating capacity?
Peat is decaying plants in swamps with low carbon, high moisture contents, and low heating capacity.
What is lignite and why is it considered low grade?
Lignite is a soft brown coal with high moisture content, making it low grade.
Why is India highly dependent on coal for meeting its commercial energy requirements?
Coal is abundantly available, providing a substantial part of the nation's energy needs.
How is coal formed over millions of years?
Coal is formed due to the compression of plant material over millions of years.
Test your knowledge of river valley projects by identifying the names of the dams built on various rivers. Learn about hydroelectricity generation from fast flowing water and India's multi-purpose projects like Bhakra Nangal, Damodar Valley Corporation, and Kopili Hydel Project.
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