C3 National And Global Energy Resources

Question 1

Define what a renewable energy resource is

Answer 1

An energy source that can be replaced at the same rate as they are used. This should be able to provide enough for current generations and generations to come.

Question 2

Name 5 types of renewable energy

Answer 2

• Solar energy
• hydroelectric energy
• tidal energy
• wave energy
• wind energy
• geothermal energy
• biofuels

Question 3

Name 4 types of non-renewable energy

Answer 3

• Coal (fossil fuel)
• Oil (fossil fuel)
• Natural gas (fossil fuel)
• Nuclear fission

Question 4

2 characteristics of non-renewable energy

Answer 4

• Not replaced as quickly as used
• Will eventually run out

Question 5

Disadvantages of geothermal energy

Answer 5

• Expensive to set up
• only possible to set up in very few suitable locations

Question 6

Advantages of geothermal energy

Answer 6

• low running cost
• no fuel cost/used up
• no greenhouse gasses released

Question 7

Disadvantages of biofuels

Answer 7

• Expensive to produce
• Requires a lot of land and water
• Can sometimes cause deforestation