Global Demand for Energy (OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Themes)): Quizzes
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What is energy security?
What is energy security?
Reliable, uninterrupted, affordable supply
What is energy insecurity?
What is energy insecurity?
Unreliable or irregular supply
What is the energy gap?
What is the energy gap?
Difference between energy made & needed
What is an energy surplus?
What is an energy surplus?
More than enough energy; some can be sold
What is an energy deficit?
What is an energy deficit?
Not enough energy; relies on imports
Why do wealthy, developed countries consume a lot of energy?
Why do wealthy, developed countries consume a lot of energy?
They can afford to & use energy devices
Why do less developed countries tend to consume less energy?
Why do less developed countries tend to consume less energy?
Lifestyles rely less on electricity
What was the world population in 2020?
What was the world population in 2020?
Just over 7.5 billion
What is the world population predicted to be by 2040?
What is the world population predicted to be by 2040?
Over 9 billion
How do technological advances increase energy demand?
How do technological advances increase energy demand?
By creating new energy-needing devices
Which countries have large oil reserves?
Which countries have large oil reserves?
Iran & Saudi Arabia
Why does Sudan produce little energy?
Why does Sudan produce little energy?
It is politically unstable