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what is biomass? it is organic matter from plants and waste from animals/humans.
Name all of the 6 alterative energy sources. wind, solar, nuclear, hydroelectric, biomass and geothermal
what type of alternative energy source uses energy/heat from the earth? Geothermal energy
what is the most common energy source used? Solar energy
what is the process of hydorelectric energy? they store the water in a dam or river,then it is released and flows through a turbine which then turns a generator to produce electrictiy
what is nuclear fission? In nuclear fission, the nuclei of atoms are split, causing energy to be released.
what is nuclear fusion? In nuclear fusion, the nuclei of atoms are joined together, or fused.
wind is a form of __________ energy. Wind is a form of solar energy. Winds are caused by the uneven heating of the atmosphere by the sun.
coal is an alterative energy source. True or False? False
which energy source is the most dangerous? nuclear energy
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