Energy Resources I (Junior Cert Geography): Quizzes
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12 questions from this quiz
Which term describes resources that can be used repeatedly and do not run out?
Which term describes resources that can be used repeatedly and do not run out?
Renewable
Which of these is a disadvantage of solar energy?
Which of these is a disadvantage of solar energy?
Energy production varies throughout year
What is a disadvantage of wind turbines?
What is a disadvantage of wind turbines?
They are noisy and visually unappealing
Which recreational area is created by hydroelectric power?
Which recreational area is created by hydroelectric power?
Blue Lagoon in Iceland
What does hydroelectric power disrupt?
What does hydroelectric power disrupt?
Fish migration
Why is geothermal energy limited in some areas?
Why is geothermal energy limited in some areas?
It requires high ground temperatures
Is nuclear energy used for electricity in Ireland?
Is nuclear energy used for electricity in Ireland?
No, not used in Ireland
Which products are made from oil?
Which products are made from oil?
Petrol and plastics
Which characteristic applies to non-renewable resources?
Which characteristic applies to non-renewable resources?
They are finite
Where is peat sourced in relation to Ireland?
Where is peat sourced in relation to Ireland?
Sourced in Ireland
What is a common disadvantage of coal, natural gas, and peat?
What is a common disadvantage of coal, natural gas, and peat?
They emit CO₂
What is an advantage of nuclear energy?
What is an advantage of nuclear energy?
Cheap to produce