Renewable Energy Flashcards
1
Q
What is wind power
A
Wind power is the conversion of the energy of wind to useable energy in the form of electricity
2
Q
Advantages of wind power
A
Clean energy
Sustainable
Efficient
3
Q
Disadvantages of wind power
A
Wind power relies on the weather. So if there is no wind the is no power
Noisy
Unsightly
Kill birds
4
Q
Advantages of solar power
A
Efficient
Clean
No pollution
Lasts 25 years
5
Q
Disadvantages of solar power
A
Dependent on weather
Only works during the day
Unsightly
6
Q
Advantages of hydropower
A
Reacts quickly to change in demand
Low maintenance
Clean
7
Q
Not always reliable Takes up space Could cause flooding Stops animals migrating High start up costs
A
Disadvantages of hydropower
8
Q
Advantages of geothermal energy
A
Very reliable
Clean energy
Very efficient
9
Q
Disadvantages of geothermal energy
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Limited locations available Can stop working High investment costs Hazardous Can release toxic gases
