Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · PHYSICS · Unit
Energy Resources and Energy Transfers
175 practice questions
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Practice questions
111–120 of 175
Question 111
2 marks · Easy
Answer and see the solution →Explain why solar energy is classed as a renewable energy resource.
Question 112
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 113
1 mark · Easy
Answer and see the solution →Name one renewable energy resource that relies on the wind.
Question 114
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 115
1 mark · Easy
Answer and see the solution →State one disadvantage of burning wood as a fuel.
Question 116
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 117
1 mark · Normal
Answer and see the solution →State what is meant by a renewable energy resource.
Question 118
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.
Question 119
3 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Solar panels are installed on a house to generate electricity.
(a)[1 mark]State why solar energy is considered renewable.
(b)[1 mark]Give one disadvantage of using solar panels for electricity generation.
(c)[1 mark]Describe one advantage of using solar panels for the environment.
Question 120
1 mark · Normal
Answer and check →Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy resource?
- A.Wind
- B.Solar
- C.Natural gas
- D.Hydroelectric