6.3 Renewable and non-renwable resources in the UK Flashcards
What is the definition for wind energy?
Wind turbines collect kinetic energy produced by wind and convert it into electricity.
What is the definition for coal?
Coal is formed from tropical plants that died millions of years ago. It is mostly carbon, so it turns into CO2 when burned.
In 2014 how much of the world’s energy was wind?
3%.
Who is the lead producer for wind?
China.
Wind energy is the fastest growing source of energy. What was the increase in generating capacity in 2014?
16.5%
Coal is used in power stations worldwide. Is it efficient and does it generate large or small amounts of electricity?
It’s efficient and generates large amounts of energy.
Where is there large amounts of coal?
In 70 countries.
When is it expected that coal will run out?
200 years
What are the advantages of wind?
They are quiet because of new technology. They are clean. It is one of the cheapest source of renewable energy.
What are the advantages for coal?
It provides relativity cheap energy.
