Energy resources Flashcards
What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?
Renewable resources can be replenished over short time spans
Which of the following is a nonrenewable energy resource?
Natural gas
What is Hubbert’s Peak Oil theory?
That oil production follows a bell-shaped curve and eventually declines
What are oil traps?
Geological structures that trap hydrocarbons underground
Why is the true cost of oil much higher than the market price?
It includes hidden costs like environmental damage and military spending
What is a major environmental concern with coal mining?
Acid mine drainage and methane release
What is the main source of oil and gas?
Remains of marine organisms subjected to heat and pressure
What is a major issue with shale gas extraction?
Groundwater contamination from fracking fluids
Which of the following is a challenge of renewable energy systems?
They require many other resources (e.g., metals, water, silicon)
What is a major advantage of wind and solar energy?
They emit no CO₂ during operation
