Renewables Flashcards
1
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Name different types of renewable energy resources
A
- Hydroelectric power (HEP)
- Solar Energy
- Geothermal Energy
- Tidal energy
- Wind energy
2
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Describe Hydroelectric Power
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-It is created by using the force of falling water.
A dam is built across a river to trap water.when part of he dam is opened the water rushes in.the water is used to turn a turbine which generates electricity. Eg Ardnacrusha co.Clare
3
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Describe Solar Energy
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-Created by using the heat and light from the sun.
4
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Geothermal Energy
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-Is created using the heat from the earths crust.
5
Q
Describe Tidal Energy
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-The power of the rising and falling tides can be used to turn turbines
6
Q
Describe wind energy
A
The force of the wind can be used to turn turbines
