Alternative Energy Study Quiz

electricity

Thomas Edison built the first power plant. What type of energy did the power plant generate?

Hydroelectric power

energy created by moving water is _____________

Nonrenewable

fossil fuels like petroleum (oil), natural gas, propane, peat, and coal are all __________________

biofuel

An option used for powering cars as an alternative to fossil fuels is _________________

plants and animals.

Biofuel is an energy resource that is advantageous because it causes less pollution. Biofuels come from ______________

alternative energy resources.

Biofuel, wind and solar are examples of ____________________

Solar energy

Energy derived from the sun is called ___________

is continually produced inside Earth.

Geothermal energy is considered a renewable resource because it __________________

Geyser

Geothermal energy powered from heat within the earth.

can be replenished in a short period of time.

Hydroelectric, geothermal, and biofuel energy are all renewable sources of energy. They are called renewable because they ___________________

energy conservation

Turning the lights off when not in use, recycling aluminum cans, and turning machines off when not in use are considered an act of ______________________

The turbines are too large.

What is a disadvantage of using wind energy rather than burning coal to produce electricity?

It is cost effective over time.

What is an advantage of using wind to produce electricity?

It produces electricity without polluting the air.

What is one positive impact an electric power plant has on the environment?

nonrenewable

coal, natural gas, minerals, fossil fuels are _________________

renewable resources

geothermal, hydroelectric, water, biofuels are _______________