Energy on Earth

Question 1

Which statement describes an advantage of nonrenewable resources?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They are currently found in abundance.

Question 2

How does fresh water differ from coal as a resource?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Fresh water is a renewable resource, while coal is a nonrenewable resource.

Question 3

A construction company is building a house. After a truck delivers the materials, workers build a wooden frame, cover the exterior with bricks, and spread gravel for the driveway.Which resource used in the scenario is nonrenewable?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the diesel fuel in the delivery truck

Question 4

Which statement describes an advantage of renewable resources?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They are a source of clean energy.

Question 5

Which energy source would provide affordable, abundant, easy to produce electricity for a factory?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

gas generators

Question 6

A student environmental group is creating a campaign for locally sourced energy resources.What would be best for them to feature in their campaign?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a farmer who installed solar panels on the roof of their barn

Question 7

Which scenario describes a nonrenewable resource being used for energy?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A pot of water is boiled on a gas stove.

Question 8

How do renewable and nonrenewable resources differ?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Renewable resources replenish within our lifetime.

Question 9

Which scenario describes a renewable resource being used for energy?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A power company generates electricity using a river’s current.

Question 10

Which statement describes renewable resources?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Renewable resources replenish quickly.

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