1. List and describe at least 6 alternative energy sources to the use of fossil fuels. Identify at least three that would be practical for the area where you live to develop further.
2. Using reliable websites (plural) of your choosing, discuss at least four potential problems forecasted with the use of electrical cars and at least four potential problems with the use of cars fueled with ethanol.
3. Explain how and when coal, oil, and natural gas are formed.
4. Discuss seven environmental concerns involving the use of coal, oil, and natural gas.
5. Summarize h the information given concerning the biological effects of ionizing radiation
6. Compose 1 or 2 sentences summarizing each of the six concerns related to the use of nuclear fuels
7. There is a governmental push to implement use of electric cars and trucks. How will this effect most Americans? How will it effect the power grid? What are the pros and cons of such a movement?
Alternative energy sources to fossil fuels include:
- Solar energy: harnessing the power of the sun through solar panels.
- Wind energy: using wind turbines to convert wind power into electricity.
- Hydro energy: generating electricity from the movement of water in hydroelectric dams.
- Geothermal energy: utilizing the heat from the earth’s core to generate electricity.
- Biomass energy: producing electricity by burning organic matter, such as wood chips or agricultural waste.
- Nuclear energy: using nuclear reactions to generate electricity.
In my area, solar energy, wind energy, and hydro energy would be practical to develop further.
- Potential problems with electric cars may include……..
Alternative energy sources to fossil fuels include:
- Solar energy: harnessing the power of the sun through solar panels.
- Wind energy: using wind turbines to convert wind power into electricity.
- Hydro energy: generating electricity from the movement of water in hydroelectric dams.
- Geothermal energy: utilizing the heat from the earth’s core to generate electricity.
- Biomass energy: producing electricity by burning organic matter, such as wood chips or agricultural waste.
- Nuclear energy: using nuclear reactions to generate electricity.
In my area, solar energy, wind energy, and hydro energy would be practical to develop further.
- Potential problems with electric cars may include……..
