Nonrenewable Energy
What are fossil fuels?
Fuels formed very slowly from the remains of ancient plants and animals.
What is renewable energy?
Renewable energy is energy derived from natural sources that are replenished at a higher rate than they are consumed.
One reason why renewable energy is environmentally beneficial
less air and water pollution
Renewable energy can be unreliable because of this
What is they are dependent on weather and climate?
This is what environmental science can help us do
What is understand and address real world environmental challenges?
What is nuclear energy?
Nuclear energy is a form of energy released from the nucleus, the core of atoms, made up of protons and neutrons. It is clean energy except for radio waste which is dangerous (radioactive) for thousands of years.
Electricity generated by flowing water
hydroelectric energy
Since these resources will not depleat over time they are.....
sustainable
Why is initial set up a con of renewable energy?
high cost
This referes to reducing energy waste and increasing energy efficiency.
conservation
What kinds of products do we produce using oil?
gasoline fuel, plastics, asphalt, paint, petroleum jelly, jet fuel, lubricants, clothes (synthetic fabrics), electronics, cosmetics, household cleaners.
Biomass can be processed or refined into liquid fuels such as ethanol and biodiesel.
biofuels
Is renewable energy damaging to habitats?
Yes, renewable energy technologies can have impacts on habitats, although often less damaging than fossil fuels.
This is a containment structure enclosing the nuclear fuel which is contained in a cylindrical tube.
fuel rods
High energy density, takes a lot of energy to produce rocket fuel
hydrogen fuel
What are the 3 kinds of fossil fuels?
coal, oil, natural gas
What is solar energy?
Solar energy refers to the radiant light and heat from the sun that can be harnessed to produce electricity or heat for various applications
Why is the development of renewable energy important for our national security?
It reduces reliance on foreign energy sources, enhancing stability and resilience in the face of geopolitical disruptions or cyberattacks.
What types of nuclear energy is used in Nuclear Power plants?
Nuclear fission
This types of energy converts kinetic energy of moving air into electricity.
wind turbine
This is how much of the United States energy production comes from nonrenewable sources?
What is 80%?
What is geothermal energy?
Geothermal energy is the heat energy within the Earth, which can be harnessed for various applications like heating, electricity generation, and cooling
This is why renewable energy can be economically beneficial
What is the creation of new jobs?
These are cylindrical devices that can be inserted between the fuel rods to absorb excess neutrons. thus slowing and stopping the fission reaction.
control rods
What type of nuclear energy is used by stars like our sun?
Nuclear fusion