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Which of the following energy resources is intermittent?

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

National and global energy resources

Question

A. Wind energy
B. Nuclear energy
C. Coal
D. Natural gas

Answer

Wind energy

Explanation

Wind energy is considered intermittent because it is dependent on wind availability, which can vary over time.

Common mistake

Confusing Environmental Impacts

Students often confuse the environmental impacts of renewable energy resources with those of fossil fuels, thinking they are similar.

Focus on the specific impacts of each energy resource, noting that renewable resources generally have lower environmental impacts compared to fossil fuels.

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