Vocabulary
A “wheel” that spins to produce electricity
What is the energy conversion of this statement?
Wind turns a turbine which generates electricity.
KE --> Electrical
A solid sedimentary rock obtained through mining.
Coal
Obtained from the nuclear reactions in the Sun
Solar Energy
Which pop star released the album “Midnights” in 2022?
Taylor Swift
Define nonrenewable resources.
A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced to keep up with consumption needs.
Coal is burned, water is heated and produces steam, which turns a turbine. As the turbine spins, a magnet in the generator produces electricity.
Chemical --> TE --> KE ---> Electrical
Thick black liquid found beneath the Earth's surface. Made from the decay of marine plants and animals.
Crude Oil (Petroleum)
Obtained from the heat inside the Earth.
Geothermal Energy
What is the name of the fictional town where the TV series Stranger Things is set?
Hawkins, Indiana
Define renewable resources.
A natural resource that can be replaced to meet consumption needs.
Nuclear --> EM --> Electrical
An extremely flammable, odorless gas mixture primarily consisting of methane and other hydrocarbon gasses.
Natural Gas
Which renewable resource releases CO2 but is considered "carbon-neutral"?
Biomass (Biofuel)
Who won the 2023 Academy Award for Best Actor?
Brendan Fraser
Which type of energy do all fossil fuels have?
Chemical energy.
Water is raised up by dams, then as it moves it spins a turbines and generates electricity.
GPE --> KE --> Electrical
Generated during a controlled nuclear fission reaction.
Nuclear Energy
Where can tidal energy be used?
By the coast or a large body of water.
Which 2024 movie features Deadpool dancing to the song “Bye Bye Bye” by NSYNC in its opening scene?
Deadpool and Wolverine
What is the process called that transforms plant material buried in swamps to coal?
Coalification
Chemical --> TE --> KE --> Electrical
Which nonrenewable resources are fossil fuels?
Petroleum, coal, and natural gas.
List the advantages and disadvantages of renewable resources.
Advantages: Beneficial to environment, often free or cost effective, will never run out, available to many people.
Disadvantages: Many forms require certain conditions and inconsistent energy production
Which K-pop group was the first to perform at Coachella?
Blackpink