Energy Resources Flashcards
What type of energy do fossil fuels store?
chemical energy
What type of energy do biofuels store?
chemical energy
What are different energy resources that obtain useful energy or generate electrical power?
fossil fuels
biofuels
hydroelectric dams
geothermal resources
nuclear fuel
solar cells
solar panels
Are fossil fuels renewable?
no
Are biofuels renewable?
yes
Is hydropower renewable?
yes
Are geothermal resources renewable?
yes
Are solar cells renewable?
yes
Are solar panels renewable?
yes
What do solar cells do?
use light from the sun to generate electrical power
What do solar panels do?
uses infrared/other electromagnetic waves from sun to heat water
also is source of wind energy
Are fossil fuels reliable?
yes
Are biofuels reliable?
yes, in theory
Are hydroelectric dams reliable?
yes
Are geothermal resources reliable?
yes