Electrical Energy Basics
What is electrical energy produced by converting?
Other forms of energy
Name one renewable energy source.
Solar, wind, or water
What spins to power a generator in wind energy systems?
turbine
What hazard involves wires with missing insulation?
exposed wires
What should you do before using outlets with wet hands ?
dry hands
What do many power plants use as fuel to produce electrical energy?
Coal or natural gas
Wind, solar, and water are examples of what type of energy sources?
Renewable energy sources
What do turbines convert kinetic energy into?
. Mechanical energy
What hazard increases shock risk because water conducts electricity?
. Water contact
What type of outlet should be used near sinks or wet areas?
GFCI outlets
What is created when fuel is burned in a power plant?
steam
Which renewable energy source uses sunlight to make electricity?
Solar energy
What does a generator convert mechanical energy into?
electrical energy
What hazard is caused by plugging too many devices into one outlet?
overloaded circuit
What should you do with damaged cords or appliances?
Unplug and replace them
What machine does steam spin to help produce electricity?
Turbine
Which renewable energy source uses moving water to turn a turbine?
Water (hydroelectric) energy
What type of cells convert sunlight directly into electricity?
Photovoltaic cells
What hazard involves cuts, exposed wires, or broken plugs?
damaged cord or appliances
What should you avoid doing to prevent overloaded circuits?
Plug too many devices into one outlet
What device converts mechanical energy into electrical energy?
Generator
Which renewable energy source spins a turbine using air movement?
Wind energy
In hydroelectric energy, what turns the turbine?
Moving water
Which hazard can cause overheating or fires?
overloaded circuits
What should you always do to cords to stay safe?
Check cords regularly