Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · PHYSICS · Section
Renewable energy resources
16 practice questions
Practice questions
1–10 of 16
Question 1
1 mark · Easy
Answer and see the solution →State one example of a renewable energy resource used for heating homes.
Question 2
1 mark · Easy
Answer and check →Which statement about renewable energy resources is correct?
- A.They will not run out with proper management.
- B.They always produce more pollution than fossil fuels.
- C.They cannot be replaced naturally.
- D.They are only found underground.
Question 3
2 marks · Easy
Answer and see the solution →Explain why solar energy is classed as a renewable energy resource.
Question 4
3 marks · Easy
Answer and see the solution →Hydroelectric power stations use falling water to generate electricity.
(a)[1 mark]State the energy store for the water at the top of the reservoir.
(b)[1 mark]Name the energy transfer that occurs as the water falls.
(c)[1 mark]Explain why hydroelectric power is classed as renewable.
Question 5
1 mark · Easy
Answer and see the solution →Name one renewable energy resource that relies on the wind.
Question 6
2 marks · Easy
Answer and see the solution →Wood is a renewable energy resource.
(a)[1 mark]State what must be done to ensure wood remains renewable.
(b)[1 mark]Give one use for wood other than as a fuel.
Question 7
1 mark · Easy
Answer and see the solution →State one disadvantage of burning wood as a fuel.
Question 8
2 marks · Easy
Answer and see the solution →Different renewable energy resources Resource Main energy source Hydroelectric Water in reservoirs Wind Moving air Solar Wood Chemical store in wood (a)[1 mark]Complete the table by writing the main energy source for Solar.
(b)[1 mark]Which two resources from the table get their energy from the Sun? State both.
Question 9
1 mark · Normal
Answer and see the solution →State what is meant by a renewable energy resource.
Question 10
3 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Explain why hydroelectric power is considered a renewable energy resource but building hydroelectric dams can have negative environmental impacts.