what is hydroelectricity?
hydroelectricity is the #(blank) power source in canada.
hydroelectricity is the #1 power source in canada.
Canada is the (blank) largest producer of hydroelectricity in the world
Canada is the third largest producer of hydroelectricity in the world
what is one benefit hydro electricity gives communities?
reliable electricity
why were hydroelectricity stations built in canada?
because Canada has many rivers and lakes.
What natural resource does hydroelectricity use?
water
what is its secondary purpose?
it creates clean water
how many hydroelectric stations are in all of Canada. (closest person wins)
there are 595 hydroelectric stations in all of Canada.
what can happen to homes and farmland when a big dam is built?
they can be flooded or people can be displaced.
name one province that produces a lot of hydroelectric power
Quebec/ BC/ Manitoba/ Ontario/ New found land
what positive impacts does hydroelectricity bring? (there are two answers)
It can have a positive impact by providing jobs and a reliable power source.
what purposes what it mainly used for in past history?
hydroelectric power was used for mechanical purposes.
the generation of hydropower is expected to increase at a steady rate through mid century, and increase by (blank)% by 2050.
the generation of hydropower is expected increase at a steady rate through mid century, and increase by 26% by 2050.
how do dams affect fish in rivers?
they block fish migration
which province produces the most hydroelectricity?
Quebec.
is hydroelectricity better or worse for the environment than fossil fuels.
better for the environment.
what is the 3rd largest hydroelectric power producer in the world?
Canadian Hydropower Association
Canada generates (blank)% of the country's total electricity production. (closest person to the correct answer gets the points)
Canada generates 61.7% of the country's total electricity production
why is hydroelectricity cheap to run after it is built?
it uses water instead of fuel like gas or coal.
which two provinces produce hydroelectricity after the top producer?
Ontario and Manitoba.
what negative impacts does hydroelectricity bring? (four answers, each one is worth 100)
displacement, ecosystem damage, culture loss, and poor water quality.
what is hyrdro electricity used for now (five correct answers, each one is worth 100)
It is now used to generate electricity for homes, businesses, commercial buildings, community centres and industries.
what does Canada need for future growth?
For future growth, canada needs clean, reliable power hydropower.
why do political parties support hydroelectricity?
it creates clean energy and reduces fossil fuel use.
How many provinces are shown as top hydroelectric producers on the map?
five
what concerns appear when coming across hydroelectricity? (five answers, each one is worth 100)
1.habitat destruction
2.changing river flows
3.blocking fish migration
4.disruption of wildlife
5.trapping sediments