Practice Sustainable Energy (8.2) - Physics in The Real World (Applications)

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Question 1.
What is sustainable energy?
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Think about energy sources that can replenish themselves.
Question 2.
Name one advantage of solar energy.
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Consider the environmental impact.
3Question 3.
What type of energy does solar power convert?
- Kinetic Energy
- Thermal Energy
- Solar Energy
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Think about the energy source that solar panels use.
4Question 4.
Is hydroelectric power considered renewable energy?
- True
- False
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Consider the source of water for hydroelectric plants.
Question 5.
A community is considering installing solar panels. What factors should they consider to maximize efficiency?
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Think about what impacts how much sunlight the panels receive.
Question 6.
Evaluate the pros and cons of converting a river into a hydroelectric power source.
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Consider both the energy output and the ecosystem impacts.

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