Renewable/non

• What is a non-renewable energy resource?


  A source of energy that cannot be replaced after use
• Why can't non-renewable resources be reused?


  Because we can't put the energy back once it's been converted
• What are some examples of non-renewable energy resources?


  Fossil fuels and nuclear fuel
• How are fossil fuels formed?


  They are formed from biomatter in the earth
• Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?


  Because they take too long to replace compared to how fast we use them
• What is a renewable energy resource?


  A source of energy that will never run out or can be replaced after use
• What are some examples of renewable energy resources?

  Hydroelectric power, wind power, and biofuel
• Why won't renewable resources run out?


  Because they are almost infinite or easily replaceable
• Do you need to memorize all renewable energy resources for your exam?


  No, but you may need to recall some examples
• What is the primary source of the world's energy usage?

  Fossil fuels
• Why was there a high reliance on fossil fuels in the past?


  Because most fuel-using machinery was invented around the time of fossil fuel discovery
• What conclusions can be drawn from the energy resources used to produce UK electricity in 2000?


  • Most energy was sourced from fossil fuels
  • Very little renewable energy was used
  • Nuclear energy was also present
• Why has the data on energy usage changed over time?

  Fossil fuel supplies are expected to run out in the next 100 years
• How much time is estimated for oil and gas supplies to remain?

  50 years each
• What environmental impact is associated with burning fossil fuels?

  It releases large amounts of carbon dioxide, leading to global warming
• How are governments responding to the information about fossil fuels?


  They are looking to increase the amount of energy sourced from renewable sources
• What conclusions can be drawn from the energy resources used to produce UK electricity in 2019?


  • Much less reliance on fossil fuels
  • Increased use of renewable energy sources
  • Coal was the first to be phased out due to environmental impact
• Do you need to know the exact values from the tables for your exam?


  No, you should know the conclusions that can be drawn from them
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