National & Global Energy Resources (AQA GCSE Physics): Quizzes
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Which of these is a non-renewable energy source?
Which of these is a non-renewable energy source?
Nuclear fuel
Which of these is a renewable energy source?
Which of these is a renewable energy source?
Geothermal
What is a key feature of renewable energy sources?
What is a key feature of renewable energy sources?
They can be naturally replenished
Why is solar power less consistent as an energy source?
Why is solar power less consistent as an energy source?
It's ineffective at night
What advantage do non-renewable energy sources have?
What advantage do non-renewable energy sources have?
High energy output per kg of fuel
What is a major disadvantage of non-renewable energy sources?
What is a major disadvantage of non-renewable energy sources?
They are finite
Which is a main use of energy resources?
Which is a main use of energy resources?
Transport
What environmental impact does fossil fuel extraction have?
What environmental impact does fossil fuel extraction have?
Destroys landscapes
What is an environmental benefit of solar and wind energy?
What is an environmental benefit of solar and wind energy?
Create electricity with no emissions
What do fossil fuels release when used?
What do fossil fuels release when used?
Harmful emissions
Why did fossil fuels become important during the Industrial Revolution?
Why did fossil fuels become important during the Industrial Revolution?
Easy to mine and provided lots of energy
Why has renewable energy only recently become more suitable?
Why has renewable energy only recently become more suitable?
Technology had to develop significantly