renewable energy Flashcards
1
Q
what is renewable energy
A
energy from natural sources
2
Q
what are 4 types of renewable energy
A
geothermal, biofuel, tidal, wave
3
Q
how does geothermal energy work and what are the advantages and disadvantages
A
it creates steam through the earth then the steam drives turbines that generate electricity. its good as no co2 is produced but it has high costs and location is restricted and it could have environmental side effects
4
Q
where can geothermal energy be found
A
along major tectonic plate boundaries
