Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · PHYSICS · Chapter
Energy Resources and Electricity Generation
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Question 1
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →The table shows different energy resources with statements about their use in generating electricity.
(a)[1 mark]State what is meant by a non-renewable energy resource.
(b)[2 marks]Coal is one example of a fossil fuel. Describe two environmental problems caused by burning coal to generate electricity.
(c)[1 mark]Explain why coal is described as a non-renewable resource.
Question 2
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Oil and gas are widely used fossil fuels for electricity generation.
(a)[1 mark]Describe one reason why natural gas is often chosen over coal for power stations.
(b)[1 mark]State one way in which burning fossil fuels is trying to be made less harmful to the environment.
(c)[2 marks]Suggest one reason why some countries continue to use coal despite its disadvantages.
Question 3
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Most power stations using fossil fuels contribute to the release of greenhouse gases.
(a)[2 marks]Explain what is meant by the greenhouse effect.
(b)[1 mark]State one harmful consequence of the greenhouse effect for the planet.
(c)[1 mark]Which fossil fuel produces the least carbon dioxide for the same energy output?
Question 4
1 mark · Normal
Answer and check →Which of the following produces electricity using the energy released in atomic nuclei?
- A.a) Coal power station
- B.b) Oil-fired power station
- C.c) Nuclear power station
- D.d) Geothermal power station
Question 5
1 mark · Normal
Answer and check →Which energy resource is not a fossil fuel?
- A.a) Coal
- B.b) Oil
- C.c) Uranium
- D.d) Natural gas
Question 6
2 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →State one reason why generating electricity from nuclear power is considered an advantage, and one reason it is considered a disadvantage.
Question 7
2 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →State two reasons why fossil fuels are described as non-renewable.
Question 8
3 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →A power station burns oil to generate electricity.
(a)[2 marks]State the sequence of energy transfers, starting from burning oil and ending with electrical energy at the output.
(b)[1 mark]State one way in which the efficiency of electricity generation could be improved in such a power station.
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.