Renewable
Is Biomass a renewable source?
Yes
Is Coal a nonrenewable source?
Yes
How can you conserve energy?
By preventing excessive use of electricity, as it is created by fossil fuels.
What is solar energy, and how is it good for the environment?
Solar energy is energy taken from the sun using solar panels, and it is eco-friendly because it doesn't use fossil fuels and pollute the environment.
What are fossil fuels, and what are their impacts on the environment?
They emit lots of carbon, and contribute to climate change.
what is an advantage of Solar energy over coal?
You don't have to mine it, and it emits much less carbon than burning coal does.
Name 1 Renewable energy source.
Wind, Water, Sun, Animals, Plants
Name 1 Nonrenewable energy source.
Coal, Petroleum, Fossil fuels.
True or false: Carbon monoxide is emitted from fossil fuels.
False, it's carbon dioxide.
What makes an energy source renewable?
A renewable energy source is able to be regained at the same rate it is depleted, or faster.
What makes an energy source nonrenewable?
If an energy source is nonrenewable, that means they're being depleted faster than they can be regained.
What should you not do to if you're trying to conserve energy?
You should avoid leaving lights on in your house during the day, or leaving things plugged in longer than they have to be.
Why are renewable energy sources more complicated than nonrenewable?
They require a lot more building and maintenance than, for example, fossil fuels.
What makes Nonrenewable energy sources simpler than Renewable?
They are easier to obtain and are usually more efficient and reliable.
Why is conserving energy important?
Conserving energy is important because it helps prevent active climate change and prevents the wasting of additional nonrenewable resources that we're trying to conserve.