Flashcards on Sources of Energy

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What is the main source of energy on Earth?

The Sun

What are renewable sources of energy?

Solar, wind, hydro, geothermal energy

What is non-renewable energy?

Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas

What is nuclear energy?

Energy released during nuclear reactions

What is biomass energy?

Energy derived from organic matter

What is the role of wind turbines in generating electricity?

Wind turbines convert wind energy into electrical energy

How does hydroelectric power work?

Hydroelectric power is generated by harnessing the motion of flowing water

What is geothermal energy?

Heat energy extracted from the Earth's interior

What are the advantages of solar energy?

Renewable, clean, and reduces reliance on fossil fuels

Why is coal a non-renewable source of energy?

Coal takes millions of years to form and cannot be replenished quickly

What is the process of natural gas formation?

Natural gas is formed deep within the Earth from the remains of ancient plants and animals

What are the major uses of petroleum?

Transportation, heating, and electricity generation

What is the primary use of nuclear energy?

Electricity generation

What is the potential impact of using renewable energy sources?

Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and environmental sustainability

What are some examples of alternative energy sources?

Biofuels, tidal energy, and hydrogen fuel cells

How does solar energy contribute to global energy production?

Solar energy is harnessed through photovoltaic cells to generate electricity

What is the main source of energy on Earth?

The Sun

What are renewable sources of energy?

Solar, wind, hydro, geothermal energy

What is non-renewable energy?

Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas

What is nuclear energy?

Energy released during nuclear reactions

What is biomass energy?

Energy derived from organic matter

What is the role of wind turbines in generating electricity?

Wind turbines convert wind energy into electrical energy

How does hydroelectric power work?

Hydroelectric power is generated by harnessing the motion of flowing water

What is geothermal energy?

Heat energy extracted from the Earth's interior

What are the advantages of solar energy?

Renewable, clean, and reduces reliance on fossil fuels

Why is coal a non-renewable source of energy?

Coal takes millions of years to form and cannot be replenished quickly

What is the process of natural gas formation?

Natural gas is formed deep within the Earth from the remains of ancient plants and animals

What are the major uses of petroleum?

Transportation, heating, and electricity generation

What is the primary use of nuclear energy?

Electricity generation

What is the potential impact of using renewable energy sources?

Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and environmental sustainability

What are some examples of alternative energy sources?

Biofuels, tidal energy, and hydrogen fuel cells

How does solar energy contribute to global energy production?

Solar energy is harnessed through photovoltaic cells to generate electricity

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