Soures of Energy

• What are energy sources?

  Raw materials used to obtain energy
• How do energy sources power our daily lives?

  They supply energy for homes, vehicles, and industries
• How can energy sources be classified?

  Into renewable and non-renewable types
• What are the characteristics of renewable energy sources?

  • Can be replenished over time
  • Examples: sunlight, wind, water
  • Low environmental impact
• What are the characteristics of non-renewable energy sources?

  • Finite and cannot be easily replaced
  • Examples: fossil fuels, nuclear energy
  • High environmental impact
• What is solar energy?

  Energy captured from sunlight using solar panels
• How is wind energy generated?

  By wind turbines converting kinetic energy into electricity
• What does hydro energy utilize?

  Energy of moving water, typically from dams
• What is geothermal energy used for?

  Electricity generation or heating using Earth's heat
• What is biomass energy derived from?

  Organic materials like wood or crops
• What are the advantages of renewable energy sources?

  • Abundant availability
  • Low environmental impact
  • Sustainable and clean
• What are non-renewable energy sources?

  Finite resources that cannot be easily replenished
• What are fossil fuels?

  Coal, oil, and natural gas from ancient remains
• What are the disadvantages of fossil fuels?

  Finite supply and high environmental impact
• How is nuclear energy produced?

  Through the fission of atomic nuclei like uranium
• What are the disadvantages of nuclear energy?

  Finite uranium supply and radioactive waste challenges
• Compare fossil fuels and nuclear energy.

  Fossil Fuels:

  • High environmental impact
  • Non-renewable

  
  

  Nuclear Energy:

  • Moderate environmental impact
  • Non-renewable
• What are the environmental consequences of using non-renewable energy sources?

  Climate change and pollution issues
• Why is transitioning to renewable sources important?

  It is crucial for a sustainable energy future