Comparing Energy Resources (AQA GCSE Physics Combined Science): Quizzes
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Which of these is NOT listed as a use of energy?
Which of these is NOT listed as a use of energy?
Cooking food
Which of the following is a type of fossil fuel?
Which of the following is a type of fossil fuel?
Natural gas
Why are fossil fuels described as reliable?
Why are fossil fuels described as reliable?
They always provide energy when needed
Why is high energy release from fossil fuels particularly useful in aeroplanes?
Why is high energy release from fossil fuels particularly useful in aeroplanes?
Aeroplanes need high energy
What major environmental problem do fossil fuels contribute to?
What major environmental problem do fossil fuels contribute to?
Climate change
Why are fossil fuels non-renewable?
Why are fossil fuels non-renewable?
They are not replenished as used
Which pollutants does diesel release?
Which pollutants does diesel release?
Carbon particles & nitrogen oxides
What environmental problem does sulfur dioxide from coal cause?
What environmental problem does sulfur dioxide from coal cause?
Acid rain
Which elements are used in nuclear power?
Which elements are used in nuclear power?
Uranium and plutonium
Does nuclear power emit carbon dioxide once running?
Does nuclear power emit carbon dioxide once running?
No, it emits none
How long must radioactive waste be stored before it is safe?
How long must radioactive waste be stored before it is safe?
Thousands of years
What is a disadvantage of decommissioning nuclear power stations?
What is a disadvantage of decommissioning nuclear power stations?
It is time-consuming & expensive