Energy resources (AQA GCSE Physics Combined Science): Quizzes
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What are energy resources used for?
What are energy resources used for?
Transport, heating, & electricity
What is the key difference between renewable & non-renewable energy resources?
What is the key difference between renewable & non-renewable energy resources?
Renewables can be replaced as used
Why is biomass described as carbon neutral?
Why is biomass described as carbon neutral?
CO₂ released equals CO₂ absorbed growing
Which of these is an example of biomass?
Which of these is an example of biomass?
Methane gas from animal waste
What wind speeds do modern turbines need to operate?
What wind speeds do modern turbines need to operate?
Approximately 3-25 metres per second
What is a key advantage of hydroelectricity?
What is a key advantage of hydroelectricity?
Very reliable & easily controlled
Where does geothermal energy work best?
Where does geothermal energy work best?
Where hot rocks are near the surface
What is a key advantage of tidal power?
What is a key advantage of tidal power?
Tides are very predictable
What is a major limitation of solar power?
What is a major limitation of solar power?
Doesn't work at night or when cloudy
Why is wave power described as very unreliable?
Why is wave power described as very unreliable?
Wave size changes constantly
What is a major problem with burning fossil fuels?
What is a major problem with burning fossil fuels?
Produces CO₂, causing climate change
How much more energy per kg does nuclear produce compared to fossil fuels?
How much more energy per kg does nuclear produce compared to fossil fuels?
About 10,000 times more
How long does nuclear radioactive waste stay harmful?
How long does nuclear radioactive waste stay harmful?
Thousands of years