Question detail
A student sorts national energy resources. Which classification is most accurate?
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. Solar, tidal and geothermal resources belong in the renewable group.
- B. Oil, gas and coal belong in the renewable group because they are common fuels.
- C. Uranium and coal are renewable because they can generate electricity reliably.
- D. Petrol and diesel are renewable because they are made from crude oil.
Answer
Solar, tidal and geothermal resources belong in the renewable group.
Explanation
Solar, tidal and geothermal resources are renewable because the source is replenished naturally. Fossil fuels and nuclear fuel can be useful and reliable, but they are finite resources, so they must not be placed in the renewable group.
Common mistake
Confusing Bio-fuels with Fossil Fuels
Students often confuse bio-fuels with fossil fuels, thinking they are the same type of energy resource.
Remember that bio-fuels are derived from biological materials and are renewable, while fossil fuels are non-renewable resources formed from ancient organic matter.
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