Trends in energy use (Edexcel GCSE Physics): Quizzes
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What were the main energy sources in the 20th century?
What were the main energy sources in the 20th century?
Fossil fuels and nuclear power
What has happened to UK electricity demand in the 21st century?
What has happened to UK electricity demand in the 21st century?
It has decreased
Why has UK electricity demand decreased in recent years?
Why has UK electricity demand decreased in recent years?
Improvements in energy efficiency
Which type of energy sources still provide most of the UK's energy?
Which type of energy sources still provide most of the UK's energy?
Non-renewable sources
Which renewable energy sources are growing in use in the UK?
Which renewable energy sources are growing in use in the UK?
Wind, solar, and biofuels
What is one use of fossil fuels mentioned in the note?
What is one use of fossil fuels mentioned in the note?
Generate electricity in power plants
How can biofuels be used?
How can biofuels be used?
Power vehicles as alternative fuel
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 is driving the UK's push for renewable energy?
What is driving the UK's push for renewable energy?
Environmental impact awareness
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?
It depends on weather conditions
Why does personal transition to renewable energy happen slowly?
Why does personal transition to renewable energy happen slowly?
Electric cars are more expensive