Trends in energy use (Edexcel GCSE Physics Combined Science): Quizzes
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What mainly provided energy in the 20th century as global population increased?
What mainly provided energy in the 20th century as global population increased?
Fossil fuels & nuclear power
What has happened to electricity demand in the UK in recent years?
What has happened to electricity demand in the UK in recent years?
It has decreased
Why has UK electricity demand decreased recently?
Why has UK electricity demand decreased recently?
Improved energy efficiency
Which energy sources currently provide most of the UK's energy?
Which energy sources currently provide most of the UK's energy?
Coal, gas, & nuclear power
Which are examples of renewable energy sources with growing use in the UK?
Which are examples of renewable energy sources with growing use in the UK?
Wind, solar, & biofuels
What are uses of fossil fuels?
What are uses of fossil fuels?
Power plants, cars, & heating
How are biofuels used?
How are biofuels used?
Vehicles, water heaters, & heating
What percentage of energy does the UK aim to produce from renewable resources?
What percentage of energy does the UK aim to produce from renewable resources?
15%
What drives the UK's push for renewable energy?
What drives the UK's push for renewable energy?
Environmental impact & pressure
Why are smaller energy providers reluctant to invest in renewable energy?
Why are smaller energy providers reluctant to invest in renewable energy?
Fossil fuels are cheaper
Why is wind power considered unreliable?
Why is wind power considered unreliable?
Depends on weather conditions
Why do renewable energy plants like wind farms often face opposition?
Why do renewable energy plants like wind farms often face opposition?
Visually unattractive