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Mrs. Buchanan
Mrs. Buchanan - Energy 3 - Sources of Energy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A resource that continues to be replenished | renewable |
| Energy sources that do not deplete fossil fuel reserves | alternative energy |
| A device that converts radiant energy from the sun into electrical energy | photovoltaic |
| a device that converts kinetic energy into electrical energy | generator |
| energy that comes from heat inside the earth | geothermal |
| energy that is captured from the movement of water in rivers | hydroelectric |
| Which type of sources are fossil fuels | non-renewable |
| Coal, oil, and natural gas are examples of | fossil fuels |
| What is the main benefit of fossil fuels over alternative energy sources? | less expensive |
| what are the negative consequences of using fossil fuels | greenhouse gases, acid rain, pollution |
| Non-renewable resources that take millions of years to form are called | fossil fuels |
| Source of energy that is released as a result of fission reactions | uranium |
| Source of energy that results from organic materials | biomass |
| What is the main argument against nuclear power plants? | nuclear waste |
| Source of energy that travels in electromagnetic waves | solar |
| The source of energy that provides the U.S. with almost half of its electrical needs | coal |