Question 1


For a wind farm to be effective, it needs to be in a place with ____________.



constant wind



no wind



high average wind speeds



low average wind speeds


2 points

Question 2


Which statement about energy generated from wind is true?



Wind is free "fuel," and government taxes on its use are lower than those on fossil fuel use.


Wind power gives off no greenhouse gases, but some people feel it spoils the view of the landscape.


Wind power uses more water than coal power plants, but it is a far safer power source for wildlife.



Wind power is abundant everywhere, and battery storage of excess power is very inexpensive.


2 points

Question 3


From where does geothermal energy come?



from deep within the earth


from nonrenewable energy sources


from the energy captured from the sun


from steam


2 points

Question 4


What is one benefit of using tides for energy?



increased carbon dioxide production



unlimited energy



reduced greenhouse gases



alteration to tides in area


2 points

Question 5


Tides can be used to convert kinetic energy into ____________.



electrical energy



potential energy



chemical energy



nuclear energy


2 points