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Chap 18 Basic Test
Chap 18 Basic Test
Assessment
Chapter Test
Renewable Energy
MATCHING
In the space provided, write the letter of the term or phrase that best matches the
description.
______ 6. Wind, moving water, sunlight, and heat from Earths interior are
sources of
a. alternative energy.
c. renewable energy.
b. geothermal energy.
d. ocean thermal energy.
______ 7. One disadvantage of wind energy is that
a. wind turbines are not cost-effective.
b. large amounts of farmland are needed for the turbines.
c. it must be transported from its source to where it is needed.
d. wind turbines generate only a small amount of energy.
______ 8. Which of the following is a major source of biomass fuel in developing
countries?
a. wood
c. corn
b. dung
d. both (a) and (b)
______ 9. Motor vehicles using gasohol or ethanol made from corn are examples
of
a. biomass fuel.
c. fuel cells.
b. hydrogen fuel.
d. Both (b) and (c)
______10. A geothermal power plant gets energy by
a. pumping heated water or steam from rock formations.
b. circulating fluid underground.
c. holding water behind a dam.
d. using methane from decomposition.
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Active Reading
SECTION: RENEWABLE
ENERGYTODAY
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They have no moving parts and run on
nonpolluting power from the sun.
Todays solar cells are more efficient and
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Solar cells supply energy to homes, space
stations, and common objects such as
calculators.
In developing countries, energy
consumption is minimal and electricity
networks are limited.
Solar cells produce only a small amount
of electricity; thus, acres of them would be
needed to supply energy for a small city.
Also, solar cells require extended periods
of sunlight.
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Energy efficiency refers to using energy
without wasting it.
Insulation protects homes from energy
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windows, doors, walls, and the roof
A person can hold a ribbon up to the edges
of windows and doors. If the ribbon
flutters, there is a leak.
It is lost when heated or cooled air escapes
through gaps around windows and doors.
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