Which example is a biomass energy source?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for an example of a biomass energy source, which contains the concept of renewable energy derived from organic materials.
Answer
Wood
Wood is still the largest biomass energy resource today.
Answer for screen readers
Wood is still the largest biomass energy resource today.
More Information
Wood, along with other sources such as food crops, grassy and woody plants, residues from agriculture or forestry, oil-rich algae, and the organic component of municipal and industrial wastes, are examples of biomass energy sources.
Tips
A common mistake is considering biomass as only plant-based materials, when in fact it includes various organic materials like municipal and industrial waste.
Sources
- Biomass explained - U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) - eia.gov
- Biomass Energy - National Geographic Education - education.nationalgeographic.org
- 8 Examples of Biomass - Clean Energy Ideas - clean-energy-ideas.com
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