Energy Resources Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three types of Energy Resources?
A
- Fossil
- Nuclear
- Renewable
2
Q
Where are fossil fuels from? How is this converted into energy?
A
Hint: Fossils and decomposed materials; Burned (Hydrogen and Carbon)
3
Q
Where is nuclear energy from? How is this converted into energy?
A
Hint: Uranium-235; atom is split through nuclear fission -> reaction -> energy
4
Q
Where is renewable energy from? How is this converted into energy?
A
Hint: 6 - Solar, Wind, Hydroelectric (Artificially stored), Tidal Energy, Biomass, Geothermal
5
Q
Given the Bataan Power Plant Situation, analyze the pros and cons. What do you think the government should do?
A
Hint: Consider costs, damages, potential damages, and benefits
