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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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