Energy Resources Flashcards
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What are some non renewable energy sources?
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Fossil fuels and nucleus energy are reliable. There are lots of them. Respond to demand quickly.
Fossil fuels are cost low. Cheap to run and build . But nuclear are expensive and to end
There are running out. They make acid rain, global warming, greenhouse effect. Oil spillages make sea problems and nuclear waste Is dangerous
2
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What are some renewable sources?
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Bio fuels Wind The sun - solar Hydro electricity Tides They will never run out Less nasty for environment Not reliable and don’t provide a lot of energy
3
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What are biofuels?
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Renewable energy sources. Plants and animal dung Burnt like fossil fuels Reliable Costly Deforestation required