Comparing Energy Resources (OCR GCSE Physics A (Gateway Science Suite)): Quizzes
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Which three areas are listed as uses of energy?
Which three areas are listed as uses of energy?
Transport, electricity, heating
Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel?
Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel?
Uranium
Why are fossil fuels described as reliable?
Why are fossil fuels described as reliable?
Always provide energy when needed
Why is the high energy release from fossil fuels particularly useful?
Why is the high energy release from fossil fuels particularly useful?
In aeroplanes
What major greenhouse gas do fossil fuels release?
What major greenhouse gas do fossil fuels release?
What pollutants does diesel release?
What pollutants does diesel release?
Carbon particles & nitrogen oxides
What environmental problem is caused by sulfur dioxide from coal?
What environmental problem is caused by sulfur dioxide from coal?
Acid rain
Which elements are used in nuclear power?
Which elements are used in nuclear power?
Uranium & plutonium
What advantage does nuclear power have regarding climate change?
What advantage does nuclear power have regarding climate change?
No emission once running
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