Chapter 10: Energy Consumption Flashcards
Electrolysis generates considerable amounts of carbon dioxide. T/F
False
Using less energy by reducing energy use and waste refers to
Energy conservation
Sustainable design is always more economical than traditional design approaches. T/F
False
What is a of electricity
versatile
The measure of energy use per dollar of GDP is referred to as
energy intensity
Cogeneration
Not all are correct
- Is the production of energy from two different fuel sources
- Is capable of harnessing wasted energy
- Has a low overall conversion efficiency
Highly developed countries consume significantly more energy per person than developing countries. T/F
True
Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) can run on
Gasoline
Ethanol
Mixed fuel
Compressed natural gas
Consumers can save energy at home by implementing
- Caulking cracks around windows and doors
- Installing thicker wall insulation
- Installing low-flow shower heads
- installing window shades and awnings
What are the main concerns regarding our national energy strategy
Security
Economics
Environment
Security and Environment
What encourages energy conservation
- Purchasing and managing food more carefully
- working fewer, but longer days
- eliminating subsidies
- purchasing food more carefully and eliminating subsidies
Energy use in the United States is about the same as it was a decade ago. T/F
True
Which countries has increased their energy consumption by more than 50% in the past decade
Japan
Energy is required to capture energy. T/F
True
What are energy sources during preindustrial times?
Wind
Solar energy
Animals
Fire
