Final Exam Energy Finance
Lewis Strauss statement on electrical energy should obviously not be taken literally, as even "free" electricity would have to be transformed, transmitted, and distributed to users, requiring the construction and maintenance of an extensive and costly infrastructure? This question is from Chapter 2: Nuclear Electricity will be too cheap to meter. "Too cheap to meter" "Too low volt to meter" "Too high volt to meter" "Too cheap to generate" "Too expensive to meter"
"Too cheap to meter"
Solar power accounts for approximately _____ percent of global electrical generation. 1 5 10 20 None of these are correct.
1
7 Sisters New
1. China 2. Gazprom (Russia) 3. Iran 4. Petrobras (Brazil) 5. Petronas (Malaysia) 6. PDVSA (Venezuela) 7. Saudi
3 basic steps of refining
1. Distillation 2. Conversion 3. Treatment and Blending
3 Characteristics of a good reservoir
1. Porosity 2. Permeability 3. Homogeneity
What was the power density of French and Shreve's high-pressure steam engine powered boat in 1816? 16.4 watts per kilogram 16.7 watts per kilogram 9.8 watts per kilogram 6.7 watts per kilogram 19.8 watts per kilogram
16.4 watts per kilogram
When did Alessandro Volta invent the battery? Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". 1800 1900 1809 1909 1919
1800
Date of first natural gas well drilled in the U.S
1825
Date of first artificial frack
1857
Date of first commercial oil well drilled
1859
During the late _______, in the aftermath of the Manhattan Project and the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, there was no demand for nuclear electricity generation and no economically compelling reason to develop it rapidly. This question is from Chapter 2: Nuclear Electricity will be too cheap to meter. 1980's 1960's 1940's 2000's 1920's
1940's
What will be the area required to supply 9 PWh of electricity by wind turbines with an average power density 2 W/m2 ?(This question can be answered by reading Chapter 7: Electricity from Wind and listening to the lecture over the chapter.) 1 million Km2 1.5 million Km2 1.7 million Km2 2.0 million Km2 2.2 million Km2
2.0 million Km2
As stated in the video lecture/notes, if all of America's gasoline demand were to be replaced by corn-derived ethanol, it would require an area of arable land roughly __________ larger than the country's total arable land. 30% 20% 40% 10%
20%
At what wind speeds, the wind turbines machine is shut down to protect the blades and the tower in stormy weather? This question is from the lecture over Chapter 7 Wind Energy. 25 m/s 27 m/s 22 m/s 20 m/s 18 m/s
25 m/s
According to the author of the book Energy Myths and Realities, a switch to an all electric automobile fleet in the U.S. would require an increase in electrical power generation equal to _____ of all U.S. electrical generation in 2008. 25 percent 5 percent 10 percent An insignificant percentage of None of these are correct.
25 percent
What percentage of total capacity could be contributed by wind turbines in Europe without resorting to any excessive buildup of reserve capacity?(This question can be answered by reading Chapter 7: Electricity from Wind) 10% 25% 30% 40% 50%
30%
According to the article "Bernstein Energy & Power: The EVs are coming! The EVs are coming!," under the bullish case, how much new natural gas demand is projected to be needed in 2040 to generate additional electrical power versus today? 4 bcfd 10 bcfd 1 bcfd 2 bcfd a negligible amount.
4 bcfd
According to the article "Bernstein Energy & Power: The EVs are coming! The EVs are coming!," by 2040, what percentage of U.S. electricity will be generated by natural gas? 40% 34% 50% 25% 10%
40%
The amount of solar energy absorbed by the Earth's atmosphere, land, and oceans every year is approximately equal to __________ times the total energy consumption in the United States. 40,000 5,000 100,000 1 million None of these are correct.
40,000
According to the article "Bernstein Energy & Power: The EVs are coming! The EVs are coming!," the Tesla analyst's base case projects what percentage of all automobile sales to be electric vehicles by 2040? 50% 20% >90% 40% 10%
50%
Approximately, how much debt financing is used for a typical wind project? 50% - 70% None of these are correct. 10% - 20% 30% - 50% > 80%
50% - 70%
What is the total construction cost ($/kW) of natural gas, wind, and solar in 2017 according to Figure 3 of the reading? Note: This question is from the reading, "Cities: Big Players in Clean Energy Transition", NextEra Energyinsight, Sept. 11, 2019. 5800 5000 4000 500 800
5000
If you had a home with nine 60 watt light bulbs burning, how much energy is being used? Hint: This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry. I also revisit the topic in the Wind Energy Lecture. 540 watts 480 watts 540 kW 600 watts none of the answers is correct
540 watts
According to the U.S. Wind Industry Annual Market Report 2017, published by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), wind energy generated approximately ___ of U.S. electricity in 2017. 6.3% <1% 10.2% 8.5% No of these are correct.
6.3%
If you had a home with nine 100 watt light bulbs burning and you had them on for eight hours, how much energy is being used? 7.2 kW hours (kWh) 7200 kW hours (kWh) 1.2 kWh 9.0 kWh none of the answers is correct
7.2 kW hours (kWh)
According to the information shown in Figure 5, what is the current estimated total electricity consumption TWh/year for bitcoin? Note: This question is from the reading, " Heir to the Throne: Will Lithium Seize the Storage Crown?", NextEra Energyinsight, Oct. 02, 2019. 65.2 70.3 61.2 73.1
73.1
How many days does the country of South Africa need to consume 100 kilowatt-hours of electricity? Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". 8 5 28 106 235
8
To date, how many states in the U.S. have authorized CCA policies? Note: This question is from the reading, "Cities: Big Players in Clean Energy Transition", NextEra Energyinsight, Sept. 11, 2019. 8 3 1 2 5
8
According to the lecture notes for Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions, biomass and renewables are expected to account for _____ % of energy consumption in 2040. 20% < 10% 30% >40%
< 10%
Sweet Crudes have what sulfur content?
<1%
Extra Heavy Crude has what API? <10 Between 22&30 >30 <22
<10
Heavy Crude has what API? <10 Between 22&30 >30 <22
<22
Sour Crudes have what sulfur content?
>1%
Light Crude has what API? <10 Between 22&30 >30 <22
>30
Why is the midstream industry considered stable? Future markets eliminate commodity risk The MLP business model eliminates tax risk A large part of revenues come from fixed rate contracts such as transportation or storage fees The Midstream industry is a volatile industry subject to changing commodity prices
A large part of revenues come from fixed rate contracts such as transportation or storage fees
What would happen if the U.S. banned fracking? This question comes from the Wall Street Journal titled: "Big Issues: Energy (A Special Report) — What Would Happen if the U.S. Banned Fracking?", Nov. 20,2019 A) Ms. Siegel thinks concerns about oil prices dramatically increasing is a "red herring." B) Mr. Ori believes carbon dioxide emissions will be drastically reduced. C) Mr. Ori believes the U.S. would quickly switch to renewable energy sources. D) Ms. Siegel believes it would cost tens of thousands of job. E) All of the answers are correct.
A) Ms. Siegel thinks concerns about oil prices dramatically increasing is a "red herring."
In the first two weeks of lectures, we discussed how energy consumption is measured quadrillion btus. We mentioned how we consume about 35 quadrillion btus in oil currently. Which if the following is the correct way to write this number? 35,000,000,000,000,000 35,000,000 35,000,000,000 35,000,000,000,000 No choice is correct
A. 35,000,000,000,000,000
Over time, electricity has been responsible for most of the energy consumption growth in the commercial sector due to the use of what? Hint: From Chapter 3 Energy Economics lecture. air conditioning cooking natural gas cars electric vehicles heating systems
A. Air conditioning
What were the forecasts of peak-oil theorists, especially the doomsday scenarios, in the coming decades? This question is from Chapter 4: Running Out: Peak Oil and Its Meaning, from Energy Myths & Realities. All of the choices are correct Near-stone age conditions None of the choices are correct Mass unemployment Starvation
A. All of the choices are correct
What type of fuel has the highest BTU per volume? Hint: From the Ch. 3 Energy Economics lecture. Diesel Wood Kerosene Natural gas Gasoline
A. Diesel
Who was the first person to drill oil in the USA in 1859? Edwin L. Drake Boone Pickens Charles Goodyear Thaddeus Fairbanks Sir William Robert Grove
A. Edwin L Drake
In the late 19th Century, three technologies competed to power the automobiles of the future. The three technologies were: (This question is from the video lecture and chapter about electric cars.) Electric, steam, and gasoline None of these are correct. Steam, gasoline, and biofuel Electric, biofuel, and gasoline Gasoline, electric, and solar
A. Electric, steam, and gasoline
Which petrochemical feedstock (hint: think of a natural gas liquid) is the most important, #1, to the petrochemical industry. Which is #2? None of the answers are correct Methane and propane Butane and iso-butane Propane and butane Ethane and butane
A. None of the answers are correct (Ethane & Propane)
__________ was an early proponent of electric-powered automobiles. Thomas Edison Henry Ford Francis Stanley Leon Serpollet None of these are correct.
A. Thomas Edison
In 1985/86, Saudi Arabia's jettisoning of the swing producer role and adoption of netback pricing triggered _____ in oil prices. a sharp decrease no change a sharp increase a small increase
A. a sharp decrease
What is the primary goal of the conversion process in Refining? To produce gasoline To produce ethanol To produce ethane To produce methane
A. to produce gasoline
According to the notes and lecture, which valuation method is preferred for investment in wind projects? Adjusted Present Value (APV) NPV using static WACC NPV using dynamic WACC None of these are correct. Profitability Index
Adjusted Present Value (APV)
Who received the Nobel Prize in Physics for his theory of the photoelectric effect> Albert Einstein Charles Fritts Max Planck None of these are correct. Prof. David Carter
Albert Einstein
What are the secondary matters that have undoubtedly been restraining the diffusion of wind turbines and that may, in the future, combine to impose significant limits on the ultimate development of wind-powered electricity generation?(This question can be answered by reading Chapter 7: Electricity from Wind) Aesthetic impact of wind farm Wind turbine noise Threat to birds and bats All of the above
All of the Above
What were some of the factors that halted, and then reversed, the nuclear expansions? This question is from Chapter 2: Nuclear Electricity will be too cheap to meter. Shortage of skilled labor Major delays in construction cumbersome regulations Drop in electricity demand All of the choices
All of the Choices
Which of the following is not an advantage of solar power? Solar power is sustainable. Solar power is geographically widely available. Solar power does not contribute to climate change because it does not generate CO2. All of these are advantages of solar power.
All of these are advantages of solar power.
What factors makes the cultivation of sugarcane and the subsequent ethanol fermentation a clearly energy - rewarding enterprise? This question is from Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" Its average global yield is about 65 ton/hectare All the choices are correct Sugarcane photosynthesizes year around Do not need any nitrogen fertilizers Ethanol production does not require any external fuel
All the choices are correct
What was the reason behind the ethanol drive in the USA? This question is from the video lectures and book chapter, Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities". Middle Eastern instability Powerful agribusiness Renewed concerns about high crude oil prices All the choices are correct Enormous and effective Washington Lobby
All the choices are correct
As discussed in the lecture video, the change in the U.S. production of crude oil and liquids, during the 2008-2015 period, represented what percentage of the entire world's increase in production? Almost 70 percent Nearly 25 percent Between 40 and 45 percent None of these. Less than 10 percent
Almost 70 percent
Inventor Charles F. Kettering held a total of 186 patents. Many of his inventions were very influential in the automotive industry, including the development of Freon refrigerant for air conditioning systems, leaded gasoline to reduce knocks (with Thomas Midgley), and __________. An electric starter that eliminated hand cranking to start gasoline-powered automobiles. Improved sparkplugs, making gasoline-powered automobiles more efficient. An advanced carburetor allowing early gasoline-powered automobiles to travel over 100 miles on a tank of gasoline. Halogen headlights. None of these are correct.
An electric starter that eliminated hand cranking to start gasoline-powered automobiles.
You just ate an entire Bloomin' Onion at Outback Steakhouse. It had 3080 calories. Yes -- This is true! How many hours could the amount of energy contained in the Bloomin' Onion power a 100 watt light-bulb?Hint: This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry. I also revisit the topic in the Wind Energy Lecture. Around 35 hours Around 6 hours Around 40 hours Around 12 hours Around 18 hours Around 4 hours
Around 35 hours
What percentage of the entire world's supply of oil comes from fracked U.S. shale formations? This question comes from the Wall Street Journal titled: "Big Issues: Energy (A Special Report) — What Would Happen if the U.S. Banned Fracking?", Nov. 20,2019 An insignificant amount (<1%) Around 2% Around 8% Around 5% Greater than 10%
Around 8%
Which of the followings illustrates a damage to the surface of the Earth? Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Ash ponds at power plants Air pollution Dead miners Over consumption Over exploitation
Ash ponds at power plants
Until 2018, which of the following cities had met 100% renewable energy targets? Note: This question is from the reading, "Cities: Big Players in Clean Energy Transition", NextEra Energyinsight, Sept. 11, 2019. Aspen,CO Burlington, VT Georgetown, TX Kodiak Island, AK Stuttgart, AR Greensburg, KS
Aspen,CO Burlington, VT Georgetown, TX Kodiak Island, AK Greensburg, KS
Which of the following countries was the second largest user of coal (in % of sources) in 2014 for electric power generation?(Note : This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry.) China U.S. Germany Norway France Vietnam Australia Canada Saudi Arabia
Australia
How would you characterize Mr. Ori's position on climate change? This question comes from the Wall Street Journal titled: "Big Issues: Energy (A Special Report) — What Would Happen if the U.S. Banned Fracking?", Nov. 20,2019 A) He thinks that because the U.S. is the largest producer of greenhouse gases, a reduction in U.S. emissions will cut temperature increases. B) He thinks climate change is a serious problem but thinks a carbon tax is a better solution than a fracking ban. C) He thinks a fracking ban is a great idea to reduce greenhouse gases. D) He is a skeptic and doesn't believe humans cause climate change. E) None of the answers are correct.
B) He thinks climate change is a serious problem but thinks a carbon tax is a better solution than a fracking ban.
According to the author of Energy: Myths and Realities, the transition away from fossil fuel combustion to renewable energy sources will ___________. A) Unfold exponentially, with a shift completely away from fossil fuels taking places within a matter of a few years. B) Unfold as in the past, across decades and not years. C) Follow the path envisioned by former Vice President Al Gore. D) Follow the path envisioned by Boone Pickens.
B) Unfold as in the past, across decades and not years.
How much oil flows through the Strait of Malacca each day? This is from the Midstream lecture. 12 million barrels 15 million barrels 8 million barrels 20 million barrels 17 million barrels
B. 15 mill
The first oil price shock was in ____, with the Arab oil embargo which caused an ______ in oil prices and shattered the consuming countries' complacency about supply security and prices. 1973, drop 1973, rise 1984, rise 1979, rise
B. 1973 Rise
Which of these is an advantage of horizontal (directional) drilling? A single vertical well can access more of the reservoir than a horizontal well. A greater portion of the reservoir is exposed to drilling horizontally versus vertically. Horizontal wells are technologically easier to drill than vertical wells. Horizontal drilling is less expensive than vertical drilling. None of these.
B. A greater portion of the reservoir is exposed to drilling horizontally versus vertically.
Which of the following does the second column remove in the fractionation process, as shown in the midstream lecture? CO2 C2H6 C2 CH4
B. C2H6
What is the reason that fracking or fracking related activities has been associated with earthquakes (seismicity)? Caused by disposal water injected too deep, into the producing zone Caused by disposal water injected too deep, into the producing zone (into the basement) Fracking or upstream activities are not associated with earthquakes (seismicity) Caused by oil and natural gas rushing to the surface and high volumes, leading to seismicity Caused by the explosives used when doing the fracking
B. Caused by disposal water injected too deep, into the producing zone (into the basement)
What are the 3 forms of fossil fuels? Coal, natural gas, and bitumens. Coal, natural gas, and petroleum. Coal, peat, and petroleum. Tyrannosaurus Rex, Ankylosaurus, and Velociraptor. coal, natural gas, and gasoline
B. Coal, Natural Gas, and Petroleum
In the lectures about the Energy Value Chain, according to Dr. Simkins, there is an energy arbitrage opportunity along the border of which two countries? Saudia Arabia and Kuwait Columbia and Venezuela Canada and the U.S Greece and Poland
B. Columbia and Venezuela
According to author Robert Bryce in Smaller, Faster, Lighter, Denser, Cheaper, which of the following is not part of Greenpeace's viewpoint? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Greenpeace wants to stop economic growth to save the planet. Greenpeace believes governments need to tax ecologically harmful industries. Greenpeace is antinuclear. Greenpeace opposes the use of hydrocarbons. Greenpeace wants to protect existing ecosystems.
B. Greenpeace believes governments need to tax ecologically harmful industries.
As shown in Figure 4-1b, which of the options below best describes how the average global per-capital consumption of primary energy has evolved over 1950 to 2010. This question is from Chapter 4: Running Out: Peak Oil and Its Meaning, from Energy Myths & Realities. It is impossible to tell. It has increased over the time period. It has remained flat over the time period. All of the answers are correct. It has decreased over the time period due to efficiencies.
B. It has increased over the time period.
_________ is a term often used to describe the processing, storage and transportation sectors within the oil and gas industry. It defines the industry processes that occur between the upstream and downstream sectors. Petrochemicals Midstream Downstream Upstream
B. Midstream
Refining and marketing is known collectively as ___________. Midstream No choice is correct Upstream Petrochemicals
B. No choice is correct (Downstream)
Why were the 1980's an awful time in the oil business? The answer to this question is found in the lectures about the Energy Value Chain and Energy Economics lectures. Growing supply from the South Sea Some members of OPEC ramped up production Political unrest in Peru None of the above. All of the above
B. Some members of OPEC ramped up production
What is the author's opinion of Bill McKibben's Energy-Starvation Plan? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Only India has the current capabilities to pursue the Energy-Starvation Plan The plan is a prescription for economic suicide Solar and wind energy will provide a majority of global energy in the future The plan is a prescription for short-term economic drawbacks but long-term economic prosperity The mathematics supporting the plan support the plausibility of the plan
B. The plan is a prescription for economic suicide
What are the two leading global benchmark crude oils, including the location of the crude oil. West Texas Intermediate at Cushing, OK and Saudi Light (Saudi Arabia) West Texas Intermediate at Cushing, OK and Brent in the North Sea (UK) WTI at Cushing, OK and Brent (Saudi Arabia) West Texas Intermediate at Henry Hub, LA and Brent in the North Sea (UK)
B. West Texas Intermediate at Cushing, OK and Brent in the North Sea (UK)
Compared to traditional pumped hydro projects, which of the following properties are the advantages of modern battery technologies? Note: This question is from the reading, " Heir to the Throne: Will Lithium Seize the Storage Crown?", NextEra Energyinsight, Oct. 02, 2019. Batteries are more modular and scalable. Using batteries are much cheaper than using traditional hydro energy in our daily lives. Batteries offer faster responsiveness and more flexibility to the grid. Batteries offer more than 93% of the existing grid-connected storage capacity in the country currently. Batteries are easier to site, permit and construct.
Batteries are more modular and scalable. Batteries are easier to site, permit and construct.
Why will the world keep burning coal?
Because the essentiality of electricity to modernity is incontrovertible. The countries that have cheap, abundant, reliable electricity are wealthier than the countries that don't.
Medium Crude has what API? <10 Between 22&30 >30 <22
Between 22&30
Which country was the first serious entry into making liquid fuels from plants for the energy industry? This question is from the video lectures and book chapter, Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" China Netherlands USA Canada Brazil
Brazil
Which of the countries have the suitable conditions that can support a relatively large and profitable bio fuel industry? This question is from Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" Canada USA India Australia Brazil
Brazil
According to the API reading (Powering Past Impossible), since 2010 a 1% rise in global GDP has typically generated a ____ % increase in energy demand. Choose the best answer. 2% 6% 0.6% 0% 0.4%
C. 0.6%
As discussed in the lecture video, from 2008 to 2015, what was the percentage change in U.S. production of crude oil and liquids? 25 percent 46 percent 88 percent -12 percent None of these.
C. 88 percent
In 1978, who wrote in Scientific American that "the supply of oil will fail to meet increasing demand before the year 2000"? This question is from Chapter 4: Running Out: Peak Oil and Its Meaning, from Energy Myths & Realities. Colin Campbell Richard Duncan Andrew Flower M. King Hubbert L.F. Ivanhoe
C. Andrew Flower
What are hydrocarbons? An organic compound consisiting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. An organic compound consisting of carbon and nitrogen. Any organic compound consisting only of carbon and hydrogen. Any organic compound.
C. Any organic compound consisting only of carbon and hydrogen.
What energy has changed human society the most since the nineteenth century? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Gas Wind energy Electricity Solar energy Diesel
C. Electricity
Whats the difference between Iso and normal Butane? Normal has 6 carbon atoms compared to Iso only having one Iso has isolated Helium atoms Iso has a carbon atom that branches off Normal is not used
C. Iso has a carbon atom that branches off
According to what person, did they say that the end of the oil era in the near future will bring "the inevitable doomsday" to be followed by "economic implosion," which will make "many of the world's developed societies look more like today's Russia than the U.S."? This question is from Chapter 4: Running Out: Peak Oil and Its Meaning, from Energy Myths & Realities. Colin Campbell Jean Laherrere L.F. Ivanhoe Kenneth Deffeyes Richard Duncan
C. LF Ivanhoe
Who owns the majority of hydrocarbon assets in the world? This is from the API reading. Publicly traded companies Major Oil Companies, i.e. Shell, Exxon-Mobil, etc. National Governments U.S. government Bill Gates
C. National Governments
Who in his acceptance speech for the Binneial OPEC Awards in 2006 concluded that today's peak-oilers, much like their predecessors, will soon proved wrong; that the present contribution of oil and natural gas to the global total primary energy supply will decline only modestly by 2050; and while natural gas will become the leading fossil fuel, the oil industry at the end of the twenty-first century will still be larger than it was in 2003. This question is from Chapter 4: Running Out: Peak Oil and Its Meaning, from Energy Myths & Realities. Khalid Al-Falih Rex Tillerson Peter Odell Richard Nehring Addalla Salem El-Badri
C. Peter Odell
The October 1973 Embargo and the production effects of Iranian Revolution followed by the last 1970s Iran-Iraq war had a similar effect on oil prices. What was this effect? steep decline in prices none of the choices is correct prices more than doubling small stable increases in price negligible effect on prices
C. Prices more than doubling
As discussed in the lecture video, which of the following technologies did not contribute to the shale boom during the 2008-2015 period? Multi-well pads All of these are correct. Radiography Hydraulic fracturing Directional drilling
C. Radiography
Which of the following is not proof that technologies are raising living standards? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Increased access to online education have expanded educational access. Technology has increased the discovery and utilization of new and valuable natural resources. The rapid decline in the stock of natural resources. The increase in average wealth caused by the push towards smaller faster lighter denser and cheaper technology. Technology has led to the production of more productive and specialized tools.
C. Rapid Decline in the stock of natural resources
What did Dr. Simkins say about Hurricane Harvey? OPEC raised oil prices Weather did not affect oil prices The crack spread increased rapidly The refineries were able to keep up with oil demand
C. The crack spread increased rapidly
Which of the following does not represent an improvement in living standards discussed in this section? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". The invention of satellite television has led to increased access and globalization for millions of people. Women's rights, freedom, and education levels has increased. There is now a real need to reduce our consumption levels. Expanded high-speed low-cost internet connectivity. The combination of hybrid seeds, better pest control methods and more accurate applications of fertilizers allow farmers to produce more food.
C. There is now a real need to reduce our consumption levels.
Which of the following is not an example of a quest for Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper discussed in the book? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Printing press Diesel and jet turbine Vacuum cleaner Telescope and microscope Haber-Bosch process
C. Vacuum Cleaner
What does Boone Pickens NOT liked to be called? BP Oil Man Tar Man Rich
C. tar man
What is Ethane
C2H6
What is Propane
C3H8
What is Butane
C4H10
What is Methane
CH4
According to a press release (29 Feb. 2016) by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), the U.S. is the number one producer of electricity generated by wind power. What country is number two? China Russia Germany Japan None of these are correct.
China
Which of the following countries used the greatest % of coal in 2014 for electric power generation?(Note : This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry.) China U.S. Germany Norway France Vietnam Australia Canada Saudi Arabia
China
What provided most of the US energy needs by the early 1900s? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. Coal None of these Natural gas Petroleum Wood
Coal
What did Edmond Becquerel do? Created the first photovoltaic cell at age 19. None of these are correct. Built a solar cooking device. Built the first electric car. Developed the hypothesis explaining the photoelectric effect.
Created the first photovoltaic cell at age 19.; Developed the hypothesis explaining the photoelectric effect.
Which of the following choices best describes Craig Pirrong's view in the article: "Proponents of a Fracking Ban Are Seriously Fracked Up", by Craig Pirrong, Nov. 20, 2019. A) Auto emissions are a large part of the CO2 problem. B) All of the answers are correct. C) Well-designed government policy is the best way to handle fracking in the U.S. D) If fracking was banned in the U.S., oil prices would increase dramatically. E) The European strategy to reduce CO2 by forcing the replacement of gasoline engines with diesel was a successful strategy. F) None of the answers are correct.
D) If fracking was banned in the U.S., oil prices would increase dramatically.
Which of the following is a light sweet crude oil? API of 40 and 1.1% sulfur API of 110 and 4% sulfur API of 20 and 1.5% sulfur API of 30 and 0.5% sulfur API of 30 and 1.5% sulfur
D. API of 30 and 0.5% sulfur
What is the author's opinion on primitive harmony discussed in Part I? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Primitive harmony is important for the sustainable growth of economy. It is unclear what the results of primitive harmony would be. We need more neo-Malthusians. It is time to discard the idea of primitive harmony. The popularization of primitive harmony is important.
D. It is time to discard the idea of primitive harmony.
What shale plays are the main drivers of growth in total U.S. shale gas production across most states? This is from the API reading. Permian Basin and Marcellus Bakkan and Utica Barnett and Marcellus Marcellus and Utica Eagle Ford and Permian Basin
D. Marcellus and Utica
What is the major component of natural gas? Ethane I don't know! Don't choose this one! Emissions by people Propane Methane
D. Methane
What is one of the most used indicator of industrial activity in the upstream (which also impacts the oilfield and equipment sector) part of the oil and gas industry? storage refining capacity seismic surveys rig count production trees
D. Rig Count
Which US sector is responsible for the largest petroleum consumption? Hint: From the Ch. 3 Energy Economics lecture. Commercial Electric Residential Transportation Industrial
D. Trasportation
What are the 3 sectors of the Oil and Natural Gas industry? In other words, what are the sectors of the energy value chain. Upstream, downstream, up a stream without a paddle Refining, pipeline, and compression Exploration, production, and marketing Upstream, midstream, and downstream
D. Upstream, midstream, and downstream
Consumption in non-OECD countries has changed in what way over the past 15 years? (From Ch. 3 Energy Economics) growth that was halted by the 2008 recession and then proceeding to decline steadily an exponetially growing amout of consumption (i.e., more than doubling every year). fairly flat with little growth an almost linear trend upward declining because of efficiencies
D. an almost linear trend upward
At the end of 2008, which country was far ahead in installed wind generating per-capita capacity? (This question can be answered by reading Chapter 7: Electricity from Wind) Spain Finland Germany Netherlands Denmark
Denmark
Which of the following is not a result of the invention of the Roller-Cone drill bit? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Made gasoline and other refined oil products cheaper. Intensified commute times. Made gasoline and other refined oil products more abundant. Directly led to accidents like the Deepwater Horizon accident in 2010. Fostered suburban sprawl, and air pollution.
Directly led to accidents like the Deepwater Horizon accident in 2010.
Peter Parker works for a company that refines and sells oil. What kind of company is this? Mr. Stark I don't feel so good about this upcoming test Midstream Upstream Downstream
Downstream
An energy transition _______________________________. Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. A) is the doubling of microprocessor performance every two years with ensuing price declines. B) I have no idea. C) is the time it takes for an energy to reach maturity and start declining. D) is recent promises, forecasts, and visions of the eminent and profound difference to be made by new energy conversions. E) encompasses the time that elapses between the introduction of a new primary energy source and its rise to claiming a substantial share of the overall market.
E) encompasses the time that elapses between the introduction of a new primary energy source and its rise to claiming a substantial share of the overall market.
How many discussion posts do you need to make this semester and how many points in total are they worth? Note: See the syllabus for details on what types of discussion posts count, how much they are worth, and other requirements. 1000, a million points 10, 35 points 5, 25 points 8, 40 points 7, 35 points
E. 7, 35 points
Who patented an explosive devise in 1865 to stimulate oil well? Aubrey McClendon Nick Steinsberger None of these. Prof. Simkins Edward Roberts
E. Edward Robert
The first commercial hydraulic fracturing jobs, in 1949, were performed by which company? Mitchell Energy None of these. The Tulsa Drillers ConocoPhillips Halliburton
E. Halliburton
Who is the world's largest natural gas producer? Iraq Saudi Arabia China Kuwait United States
E. MURICA
Which of the following are considered pivotal instruments of the scientific revolution? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Printing press Power plant Digital-communications Diesel and jet turbine Telescope and microscope
E. Telescope and Microscope
The natural gas producing Barnett Shale is located in which state? North Dakota Oklahoma None of these. Pennsylvania Texas
E. Texas
See the discussion post about "OPEC and Non-OPEC Alliance could be formalized" in the folder for Comments about Current Events. Read the article (link provided in post) and answer the question: Which of the following statements best describe the message of the article? None of the choices are correct. The UAE oil minister, al-Mazrouei, is disappointed with the OPEC and non-OPEC partnership is working and has concerns if the agreement will last until April. The UAE oil minister, al-Mazrouei, is impressed at how well the OPEC and non-OPEC partnership is working, particularly with production data showing a high level of compliance to the agreement. However, he is concerned that Iraq is cheating on production quotas. All of the choices are correct. The UAE oil minister, al-Mazrouei, is impressed at how well the OPEC and non-OPEC partnership is working, particularly with production data showing a high level of compliance to the agreement.
E. The UAE oil minister, al-Mazrouei, is impressed at how well the OPEC and non-OPEC partnership is working, particularly with production data showing a high level of compliance to the agreement.
Which of the following made lighting cheaper? Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". The Haber-Bosch process Diesel engines Roller-Cone drill bit GEnx-IB Edison's Pearl Street plant
Edison's Pearl Street plant
Three specific petrochemicals from Stage 1 form the foundation of the industry. This is from the lecture on petrochemicals. These three petrochemicals are: natural gas, oil, and coal ethylene, naptha, and NGLs LLDPE, HDPE, and PET Olefins and aromatics Ethylene, propylene, and benzene
Ethylene, propylene, and benzene
What takes place in upstream
Exploration and Production
Between 1990 and 2015, natural gas systems' methane emissions have ____ by ____ even though natural gas production rose by more than 50%. fallen; 8% increased;y 60% fallen; 0% fallen; 16.3%
Fallen 16.3%
According to the article entitled, "Myths and Facts on Wastewater Injection, Hydraulic Fracturing, Enhanced Oil Recovery, and Induced Seismicity," by Rubinstein and Mahani (Seismological Research Letters, 2015), hydraulic fracturing is the primary cause of the large change in seismicity that has been observed in the U.S. True False
False
According to the article, Craig Pirrong believes that moving the power sector to 100% renewable energy is a realistic target. This question is from the reading: "Proponents of a Fracking Ban Are Seriously Fracked Up", by Craig Pirrong, Nov. 20, 2019. True False
False
Colonel Drake did the first commercial drilling for oil in 1859. It was approximately 50 years before the US used more oil than coal as a source of energy. True or False? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. True False
False
Gasoline engines with spark-ignition systems are more efficient than diesel engines. Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper".
False
In the case of primary energy supply, the time span needed for significant market penetration is mostly a function of financing, developing, and perfecting necessarily inexpensive infrastructures. True False
False
Ivanhoe is the patron saint of peak-oilers, considered an infallible and prescient seer because, as we are repeatedly reminded, he correctly predicted the peak of U.S. oil production in 1970 This question is from Chapter 4: Running Out: Peak Oil and Its Meaning, from Energy Myths & Realities. True False
False
Moore's Law is the observation that the number of transistors in a dense integrated circuit doubles approximately every five years. Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. True False
False
Nuclear fission is the process that powers the sun. True False
False
The nuclei of certain light elements can split, releasing a lot of energy. True or False
False
True/False In OECD countries, consumption has recovered to a level equal to that prior to the recession in 2008. (From Ch. 3 Energy Economics and updated class lecture)
False
We are traveling faster cheaper and safer than before, but air quality has declined. Note: This question comes from pages 1-66 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper".
False
Which of the following countries was the largest user of nuclear energy (in % of sources) in 2014 for electric power generation? (Note : This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry.) China U.S. Germany Norway France Vietnam Australia Canada Saudi Arabia
France
Why do they call it Slickwater
Friction reducers
Which of the followings is right about Google's cheaper-than-coal plan? Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Google had almost no experience in the energy sector at that time Google is the best firm to research on it The optimism lasted more than ten years Google didn't spend enough money on it Google thinks no other institution is better positioned than itself to take this research to the next level
Google had almost no experience in the energy sector at that time
Who was a great promoter of ethanol, and his famous Model T could run on gasoline, ethanol, or a mixture of the two fuels? This question is from the video lectures and book chapter, Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" Steve Jobs William Durant Charles Duriya Henry Ford Todd Sneller
Henry Ford
You just purchased food at WalMart and they gave you a plastic bag with your goods. This plastic bag is most likely made from which of the following plastics? (Hint: This question is from the Petrochemicals lecture.) Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) High-density polyethylene (HDPE) Polyethylene terephthalate (PETE) SAP
High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
Compared to flow batteries, which of the following properties are advantages of the lithium-ion chemicals? Note: This question is from the reading, " Heir to the Throne: Will Lithium Seize the Storage Crown?", NextEra Energyinsight, Oct. 02, 2019. Larger grid-connected scale. Higher efficiency and lower capital costs. A longer useful life More cost-effective on the overall level. Degrade more slowly than flow batteries.
Higher efficiency and lower capital costs. More cost-effective on the overall level.
A technique to stimulate oil or natural gas wells by using pressurized liquid to break up rock formations, creating pathways for oil or natural gas to flow (or be pumped) to the surface is known as: Hydraulic fracturing. Seismic tearing. Catalytic cracking. Formation breaking.
Hydraulic fracturing.
Which two of the following renewable energy sources provide the most net generation in the U.S.? Note: This question is from the reading, "Cities: Big Players in Clean Energy Transition", NextEra Energyinsight, Sept. 11, 2019. Hydro Wind Solar Biofuels Geothermal
Hydro Wind
Which of the following is one of the disadvantages of Lithium-ion batteries? Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". If they get fully discharged, they are ruined Too heavy It's a potent neurotoxin They can explode They can catch fire
If they get fully discharged, they are ruined
Which country was not listed in The Committee of Protect Journalists' List of the Ten Most Censored Countries in 2012? India Iran North Korea Cuba Syria
India
Which of the followings is not correct about Intel? Note: This question comes from pages 67-170 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Intel was able to produce 2,300 billion transistors in 2011 From 1971 to 2011, the per-transistor price for Intel's microprocessors dropped by a factor of 50,000 Intel the world's leader in nanotechnology The company has helped make transistors ubiquitous The push for smaller faster cheaper has made Intel into a $120 billion company
Intel was able to produce 2,300 billion transistors in 2011
According to Dr. Simkins lecture on wind energy in the US, which state is "chomping on the heels" of Oklahoma in terms of wind energy capacity? Iowa Texas Kansas California Nebraska
Iowa
According to the U.S. Wind Industry Annual Market Report 2017, published by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), wind energy generates more than 30% of the total electrical capacity in four states. These states are: Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, & South Dakota Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, & North Dakota Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, & Texas California, Iowa, Kansas, & Oklahoma No of these are correct.
Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, & South Dakota
Why does oil energy still persist even though it has been called "yesterday's energy" for more than a century?
It persists because of continuing innovation that allows drillers to produce more oil and gas and do so Faster Cheaper.
Which of the followings is not correct about ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Calculator) It required less power than MANIAC (Mathematical and Numerical Integrator and Computer) When it was first switched on, ENIAC had the highest real power density of any electronic machine on the planet It was designed and built by US military It is the world's first general-purpose electronic computer It could perform 5,000 additions or 400 multiplications per second
It required less power than MANIAC (Mathematical and Numerical Integrator and Computer)
Which type of energy has the dominant leading role of deployment in the battery market from 2013 to 2018 according to information shown in Figure 3? Note: This question is from the reading, " Heir to the Throne: Will Lithium Seize the Storage Crown?", NextEra Energyinsight, Oct. 02, 2019. Flow-Vanadium Sodium Chemistries Lead-Acid Lithium-Ion Flow-Zinc
Lithium-Ion
Which kind of battery dominates the world of consumer electronics?Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Lithium-ion Lead acid Sodium-sulfur Nickel Cadmium Nickel-Metal Hydride
Lithium-ion
The hydrocarbon CH4 is known as
Methane
Fertilizer is made primarily from which feedstock into the chemical industry? Methane (natural gas) Naptha Ethane Propane Benzene
Methane (natural gas)
What are the three principal feedstocks for the chemical industry. (I do not mean the base petrochemicals. I am asking about the feedstocks into the chemical industry.) Naptha, natural gas, and natural gas liquids Heating oil, ethylene, and naptha olefins and aromatics. Propylene, natural gas liquids, and coal None of these are correct.
Naptha, natural gas, and natural gas liquids
Because of globalization in markets, which energy market could more than double by 2040? Wind Solar energy Hydroelectric Natural Gas Geothermal
Natural Gas
What is the foremost consideration for any energy source? This question is from Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" Energy Gain Net Energy Output Energy Balance Energy Productivity Net Energy Return
Net Energy Return
According to the U.S. Wind Industry Annual Market Report 2017, published by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), which state added wind power capacity at a rate faster than any other state (51% increase)? New Mexico Kansas Texas California No of these are correct.
New Mexico
Can wind energy meet all of U.S's energy needs
No because in the article U.S number one in the world in wind energy production they state that American wind power is well on its way to supplying 20 percent of U.S. electricity by 2030.
Are electric cars really green? Why or Why not?
No because the only way electric cars could reduce global carbon emissions would be if all the additional electricity needed to power them came from carbon-free energies
Which energy is the only low-carbon footprint option that is readily available on a gigawatt -level scale? This question is from Chapter 2: Nuclear Electricity will be too cheap to meter. Natural Gas Coal Wind Hydro-electric Nuclear Power
Nuclear Power
Which complexes, centered on large nuclear plants and located in coastal desert areas, were to produce energy for the desalinization of sea water, synthesis of fertilizers, industrial activity, and intensive crop cultivation that would make desert habitable? This question is from Chapter 2: Nuclear Electricity will be too cheap to meter. Thermoplexes Shoppplexes solar park Hydroplexes Nuplexes
Nuplexes
What is considered the world's first true synthetic fiber? The glue on 3M Post-it Notes. polyethylene PVC Nylon None of these are correct.
Nylon
What are Mercaptans? Methane composites added to natural gas Odorous material added to natural gas Mercury capsules Mermaid captains
Odorous material added to natural gas
Which of the following plants were incorrectly thought by some to be able to liberate poor countries from dependence on imported oil? This question is from Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" Kundzu Vines None of the choices Poppy seeds Kelp Oil palm and Jatorpha
Oil palm and Jatorpha
What is an angstrom? Note: This question comes from pages 67-170 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". One-tenth of a nanometer One-tenth of a millimeter 0.01 billion 10^-10 of a centimeter 10^-10 of a millimeter
One-tenth of a nanometer
Which of the following did Eric Topol not consider when inventing individualized medicine? Note: This question comes from pages 67-170 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Personal preference Mobile connectivity Wireless sensors Imaging Social Networking
Personal Preference
Which of the following best describes the view of the author of Energy Myth and Realities with respect to electric powered automobiles? Pessimistic Enthusiastic Cautiously optimistic None of these are correct. Wishful.
Pessimistic
What provided most of the US energy needs by the early 1950s? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. None of these Natural gas Petroleum Wood Coal
Petroleum
What provided most of the US energy needs by the early 2000s? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. Petroleum Natural gas None of these Wood Coal
Petroleum
Which of the following parts of Midstream is commodity price sensitive? Processing Marketin Storage Gathering
Processing
What is the name of the hydrocarbon that is C3H8? Pentane Propane Ethane Butane Methane
Propane
Which natural gas liquid is used to make the base chemical, propylene? Methane Ethane Propane Butane Pentane
Propane
Why do cities nowadays take a leading role in renewable energy deployment? Select all answers that apply. Note: This question is from the reading, "Cities: Big Players in Clean Energy Transition", NextEra Energyinsight, Sept. 11, 2019. Rising demand at the municipal level A much higher population compared to that in 1990 Reducing air pollution and carbon emissions Lowering energy costs and providing energy access No answer is correct
Reducing air pollution and carbon emissions Lowering energy costs and providing energy access
What is the source of cellulosic ethanol? This question is from the video lectures and book chapter, Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" Residual Phytomass Corn plants Salmon stocks Plant stems None of the choices
Residual Phytomass
The man responsible for the U.S. Navy's nuclear propulsion program. Yamamoto Rickover Nimitz None of these are correct. Halsey
Rickover
What did Artie White like the most about the new drill with AC top-drive rig? Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Safer Cheaper Faster Denser Smaller
Safer
Largest additive in hydraulic fracturing
Sand
Shale rocks consist of what
Sandstone and limestone
Cause of 2014 oil boom
Shale Revolution
If solar power technology could be 20% efficient at turning solar power into electricity, we would need to cover a land area the size of __________ to power the entire earth. Spain Brazil China Luxemburg Australia
Spain
What was the first true gusher? Spindletop Permian Basin Eagle Ford Halliburton
Spindletop
Chokepoint where the greatest volume of oil flows through is ____.
Straight of Hormuz
Which of the followings is not true about cities and countries? Suburban areas are green because each suburban resident generally requires less concrete, steel, glass, gasoline than their city counterparts. A city with 50 times the population of a small town is 130 times more innovative. World Bank data shows that highly urbanized countries are, on average, richer than their less urbanized counterparts. Cities offer higher incomes, better restaurants and more culture. Cities are targets for terrorism.
Suburban areas are green because each suburban resident generally requires less concrete, steel, glass, gasoline than their city counterparts.
Which one of the companies operate large excavators in sprawling, opencast mines in Alberta oil sands and use the world's largest off-road trucks to take the sand to extraction plants, after which the liquid goes to upgrading facilities that convert it to light, low-sulfer crude oil. This question is from Chapter 4: Running Out: Peak Oil and Its Meaning, from Energy Myths & Realities. Chesapeake Energy Suncor ExxonMobil Devon Energy ConocoPhilips
Suncor
Experimental Breeder Reactor #1 (EBR-1) was one of the first nuclear power plants to generate electricity, however its primary purpose was to prove which theory? A reactor design that would produce less radioactive waste. A reactor design that would not melt down with a loss of coolant. None of these are correct. A fusion reactor design. The capture of neutrons by uranium-238, producing plutonium-239, would produce more fuel than consumed in the process.
The capture of neutrons by uranium-238, producing plutonium-239, would produce more fuel than consumed in the process.
According to Dr. Simkins lecture on wind energy in the US, what is the reason she gives why U.S. wind energy grew in California in the 1980's and then stagnated nationwide during this decade? The oil price collapse in the mid-1980s The natural gas price collapse in the mid-1980s The interest in solar power trumped wind energy Investment turned to the personal computer markets in California All of these are reasons given
The oil price collapse in the mid-1980s
Which of the following is not a concern about nuclear power, according to the author of "Energy Myths and Realities" (Smil)? The lack of a permanent solution for the storage of radioactive waste. The possibility of a nuclear explosion as a nuclear power plant. The long-term health effects seen among uranium miners. None of these are correct. The large cost of decommissioning nuclear power plants.
The possibility of a nuclear explosion as a nuclear power plant.
Which of the following about refining is true? Select all that apply The process of marketing and selling petroleum products The process of changing crude oil into petroleum products Discovery and Transportation of NGL products Its part of downstream
The process of marketing and selling petroleum products The process of changing crude oil into petroleum products Its part of downstream
If we are guided by Gore's specific goals, it is rather easy to quantify America's repowering challenge. In 2008, the country generated about 3.75 PWh in fossil-fueled and nuclear stations, the two nonrenewable forms of generation that Gore wants to have entirely replaced by renewable conversions. Accordingly, even if all requisite new HV transmission interconnections were in place, slightly more than two units of generating capacity in wind and solar would be needed to replace a unit in coal, gas, oil, and nuclear—and the country would have to build about 1,740 GW of new wind and solar capacity in a decade, 1.75 times as much as it built during the past fifty or more years. True or false? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. This statement is false. This statement is true. I have no idea.
This statement is true.
The proposals by Gore, Pickens, and others about changing energy sources is that they ignore one of the most important realities: the inherently slow pace of energy transitions. True or false? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. This statement is false. I have no idea. This statement is true.
This statement is true.
A major disadvantage of solar power is that it is intermittent. True False
True
According to the lecture video/notes, the introduction of leaded gasoline was one of the events that made crop-derived ethanol uneconomical. True False
True
According to the video lecture/notes, ethanol-powered transportation requires more nitrogen fertilizers and generates higher emissions of nitrous oxide, which is a more powerful greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide. True False
True
An important disadvantage of solar power is that batteries to store electricity generated by solar cells are expensive. True False
True
Cities mean density. Density means prosperity and innovation. True False
True
Denser means Lighter. Lighter means Faster. Note: This question comes from pages 67-170 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". True False
True
More oil wells have been drilled in the United States than anywhere else in the world. Note: This question comes from pages 171-210 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". True False
True
Patrick Moore, the Co-founder of Greenpeace, and many other believed that nuclear generation is the best and most readily available choice for preventing rapid and possibly catastrophic global warming. This question is from Chapter 2: Nuclear Electricity will be too cheap to meter. True or False
True
Rapid urbanization coupled with population growth has led to rising energy demand at the municipal level. Note: This question is from the reading, "Cities: Big Players in Clean Energy Transition", NextEra Energyinsight, Sept. 11, 2019. True False
True
Scientists predict the sun will turn into a red giant in approximately 5-6 billion years. True False
True
Sugar cane yield of ethanol is much more than corn derived ethanol This question is from the video lectures and book chapter, Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" True False
True
The US can now export crude oil as of January 2016, the first time in the last 40 years. This statement is:
True
The quintupling of world oil prices in 1973-1974 had a decidedly negative effect on nuclear fortunes. This question is from Chapter 2: Nuclear Electricity will be too cheap to meter. True or False
True
Sweet crude has less than 1% sulfur content and sour crudes have greater than 1% sulfur. This statement is: False True
Truee
Who sees cellulosic ethanol as a fuel that "is greener, cheaper, more secure than gasoline-and this shift won't cost the consumer, automakers or the government anything"? This question is from the video lectures and book chapter, Chapter 6-Liquid Fuels and Plants from the book " Energy Myths and Realities" William Bryant Henry Ford Mark Zuckerberg Vinod Khosla Tom Ward
Vinod Khosla
Rank the following electric power units from smallest to largest, where the smallest is 1 watt and the largest is 1 x 10 ^ 15 (1,000,000,000,000,000) watts. This is from the lecture over the electric power industry. It is also revisited in the Wind Energy lecture. Watt, Kilowatt, Megawatt, Gigawatt, Terawatt, Petawatt Watt, Kilowatt, Megawatt, Gigawatt, Petawatt, Terawatt Watt, Megawatt, Gigawatt, Kilowatt, Terawatt, Petawatt Petawatt, Watt, Kilowatt, Megawatt, Gigawatt, Terawatt Watt, Kilowatt, Megawatt, Terawatt, Petawatt, Gigawatt
Watt, Kilowatt, Megawatt, Gigawatt, Terawatt, Petawatt
In 2017, 97% of the total capacity added to the U.S. grid came from what kind of energy generation technologies? Note: This question is from the reading, "Cities: Big Players in Clean Energy Transition", NextEra Energyinsight, Sept. 11, 2019. Coal Wind Natural gas Solar Shale gas
Wind Natural gas Solar
What power source precedes the Age of Steam? Note: This question comes from pages 67-170 of the book, "Smaller Faster Lighter Denser Cheaper". Wind energy Electricity Solar energy Gas Thermal energy
Wind Energy
What provided most of the US energy needs in the early 1800s? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. Petroleum Coal Wood None of these Natural gas
Wood
According to the information shown in Figure 2, which type of energy has the lowest efficiency and at the same time has the highest cost? Note: This question is from the reading, " Heir to the Throne: Will Lithium Seize the Storage Crown?", NextEra Energyinsight, Oct. 02, 2019. pumped hydro Energy Lithium-Ion Battery Zinc-Bromide Flow Battery Vanadium Flow Battery
Zinc-Bromide Flow Battery
What petrochemical product is this? This is to illustrate the importance of the petrochemical industry. Hint: This is from the video lectures over petrochemicals. an insulin pump laboratory metering device used in biofuels research a medical device used in veterinarian applications a pediatric heart monitor None of these are correct.
an insulin pump
The number of protons an atom has tells us the __________. weight of an atom whether the atom is radioactive None of these are correct. atomic number atomic mass
atomic number
Which of the following is NOT true about Cushing Oklahoma At any one time it holds 5-10% of the US oil inventory Produces around 400,000 barrels of oil a day The Japanese wanted to bomb it during WWII It has around 1,000 prison inmates
b. Produces around 400,000 barrels of oil a day
_________ give up their outermost electrons pretty easily.(Note : This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry.) copper atoms silica atoms lead atoms lightning none of the above
copper atoms
What are the three sectors that the electric industry is broken into? (Note : This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry.) generation, transmission & distribution, and retail sale of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution investor owned utilities, federal power administrators, and electric cooperatives investor owned utilities, federal power administrators, electric marketers, and electric cooperatives none of the above
generation, transmission & distribution, and retail sale of electricity
A variant of a particular chemical compound that differs in the number of neutrons in the nucleus is known as a(n) __________. None of these are correct. compound fissile element isotope radioactive element
isotope
What is a good example of when a very significant buildup of unbalanced electrons move in air?(Note : This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry.) lightning proton surge subatomic energy surge a neutron imbalance silica conduction
lightning
A popular reactor design is the pressurized water reactor, which uses water as the coolant. However, the Experimental Breeder Reactor #1 (EBR-1) used __________ as the reactor coolant. heavy water liquid carbon dioxide None of these are correct. nitrogen gas liquid sodium and potassium metal
liquid sodium and potassium metal
What are significant sources of energy used in US electricity generation? By this, we are referring to sources that provide at least 5 % of the power. Select all that apply. This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry. nuclear coal natural gas renewables petroleum solar biomass
nuclear coal natural gas renewables
The nucleus of an atom is made up of __________ and usually a similar number of neutrons. None of these are correct. electrons beta particles alpha particles protons
protons
What are proppants
sand
What is the nickname that Dr. Simkins gave the electrical engineering course that teaches about electrical power?(Note : This question is from the lecture over the Electric Power Industry.) sparks and magic circuits and machines short circuits lightning and circuits electrons and subatomic particles
sparks and magic
What is the world's most important continuously working prime mover? Note: This question comes from the lecture on Chapter 8: The Pace of Energy Transitions. diesel engine jet engine. I have no idea. electric vehicle steam turbine
steam turbine
An isotope of hydrogen that has two neutrons in the nucleus is known as __________. tritium deuterium triceratops None of these are correct. trevorium
tritium
