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 _______________