Question detail
Which energy resource is least likely to be intermittent because it can be stored or used continuously?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
National and global energy resources
Question
- A. Hydroelectricity
- B. Geothermal
- C. Solar
- D. Wind
Answer
Geothermal
Explanation
Geothermal energy comes from the Earth's internal heat, which is available continuously, so it is not intermittent like solar or wind.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Intermittent Energy Resources
Students often confuse intermittent energy resources with non-renewable resources, thinking they are the same.
Clarify that intermittent energy resources, like solar and wind, are renewable but depend on environmental conditions, while non-renewable resources, like fossil fuels, are finite.
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