Question 1

The best example of an energy storage element in a solar energy system is the

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A)  natural gas in a propane tank that can be used for cooking.
B)  structural overhang that blocks sunlight in a passively cooled home.
C)  insulated windows in a passively heated solar home.
D)  hot water tank of a solar hot water system.
E)  sun-tracking mirrors in a power tower system.

Question 2

Which of the following is more efficient (90%) than any other energy source for producing electricity?

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A)  hydropower
B)  wind energy
C)  photovoltaic
D)  passive solar
E)  geothermal

Question 3

Whereas the energy from some renewable sources come from physical processes (moving wind or water) , the energy from biomass ultimately comes from

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A)  the sun's radiant energy driving photosynthesis.
B)  a nonrenewable energy source.
C)  fossil fuels.
D)  man-made chemicals.
E)  nuclear reactions.

Question 4

What is the fuel that is used to power a fuel cell?

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A)  direct solar input
B)  propane
C)  oxygen
D)  uranium
E)  hydrogen

Question 5

All of the following have potential to produce geothermal energy except

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A)  volcanoes
B)  geysers
C)  hot springs
D)  tides
E)  deep ocean hydrothermal vents

Question 6

________ directly convert chemical energy into electricity.

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The answer of ________ directly convert chemical energy into electricity....

Question 7

What type of solar system, illustrated below, is supplying 10% of Georgetown University's electricity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Photovoltaic cell system
B)  Passive solar heating system
C)  Forced air re-circulating system
D)  Nonrenewable radiant energy system
E)  Biomass conversion solar system

Question 8

Define biomass and outline biomass fuel use as a source of energy. What are some of the environmental problems associated with obtaining energy from biomass?

Accepted Answer

Biomass is plant and animal material use...

Question 9

An example of a building design taking advantage of passive solar potential is

Accepted Answer

A)  installing energy efficient central cooling and heating systems.
B)  positioning window overhangs to shade in summer while allowing winter sun to penetrate the building.
C)  removing insulation from walls and attic.
D)  replacing decorative lawns with drought tolerant landscaping.
E)  painting the building a light color in the summer and a dark color in the winter.

Question 10

What type of solar energy system is illustrated below?

Accepted Answer

A)  passive solar heating system
B)  photovoltaic solar cell system
C)  solar thermal electric generation
D)  solar-generated hydrogen fuel cell
E)  radiant energy convection solar heating system

Question 11

________ is a mixture of different gases produced by the breakdown of organic matter in the absence of oxygen.

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The answer of ________ is a mixture of different gases...

Question 12

___________ are underground zones of porous rock containing hot water and steam, and can be naturally occurring or human-made.

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Hydrotherm...

Question 13

Problems associated with large hydropower dams and reservoirs include all of the following except

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A)  relocation of peoples' homes
B)  ecosystem destruction
C)  loss of biodiversity
D)  air pollution
E)  disruption of fish migration

Question 14

What type of heating system is illustrated below for this home in Santa Fe, NM?

Accepted Answer

A)  geothermal
B)  wind turbine
C)  passive solar
D)  nonrenewable
E)  hydropower

Question 15

Geothermal energy

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A)  is derived from solar energy.
B)  is rises is sea surface temperature.
C)  is a byproduct of subsurface mining operations.
D)  capitalizes on Earth's internal temperature.
E)  is generated through earthquakes

Question 16

Each of the homes pictured below have taken a different approach to energy efficiency and energy conservation. Identify and distinguish between the two approaches, giving the pros and cons of each tactic.  A
  B

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Both houses are employing solar energy a...

Question 17

Which of the following transportation alternatives would achieve the greatest energy conservation at the end of one week?

Accepted Answer

A)  carpooling to work with 3 other people
B)  driving by yourself, but at lower than posted speeds
C)  driving by yourself in a smaller, more fuel-efficient car
D)  driving yourself using a low octane gas in the car
E)  driving yourself in a new hybrid car

Question 18

Buildings that use passive solar heating systems must be well insulated so that the accumulated heat does not escape.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Ground-Effect heat pumps are central heating and/or cooling system that transfers heat to or from the ground.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

What type of renewable energy source is being gathered by the women pictured below?

Accepted Answer

A)  geothermal
B)  active solar
C)  herbivory
D)  biomass
E)  biogas

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___________ are underground zones of porous rock containing hot water and steam, and can be naturally occurring or human-made.

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An example of a building design taking advantage of passive solar potential is

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Define biomass and outline biomass fuel use as a source of energy. What are some of the environmental problems associated with obtaining energy from biomass?

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Problems associated with large hydropower dams and reservoirs include all of the following except

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Which of the following is more efficient (90%) than any other energy source for producing electricity?

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________ is a mixture of different gases produced by the breakdown of organic matter in the absence of oxygen.

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