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Understanding renewable and alternative energy

Test your knowledge of renewable and alternative energy with this quiz. Click below to see answers.

  1. Are renewable and alternative energy sources the same?
    1. Yes. The terms “renewable” and “alternative” are synonymous.
    2. No. Renewable energy is from sources that naturally replenish but are flow-limited, such as fuel, coal etc. Alternative energy sources, on the other hand, are not renewable but produce lower emissions than conventional energy. Examples of alternative energy include wind, solar, natural gas, or nuclear energy.
  2. Are there drawbacks to using geothermal energy as a renewable energy source?
    1. Yes. Secondary or backup heat sources are needed during colder months when relying on geothermal energy.
    2. No. Geothermal energy is a self-regulating renewable energy source.
  3. Which of the following can be sources of alternative energy?
    1. Electricity
    2. Wind
    3. Solar
    4. Ocean Waves
    5. All of the above
  4. Is there a benefit to using hydropower as a renewable energy source?
    1. Yes. Hydroelectric power reservoirs gather natural rainwater, which can be used for power, drinking, and even farm irrigation.
    2. No. Hydropower plants have far too much sediment buildup to be an effective source of renewable energy.

Understanding renewable and alternative energy: Answers

  1. No. Renewable energy is from sources that naturally replenish but are flow-limited, such as fuel, coal etc. Alternative energy sources, on the other hand, are not renewable but produce lower emissions than conventional energy. Examples of alternative energy include wind, solar, natural gas, or nuclear energy.
  2. Yes. Secondary or backup heat sources are needed during colder months when relying on geothermal energy.
  3. All of the above.
  4. Yes. Hydroelectric power reservoirs gather natural rainwater, which can be used for power, drinking, and even farm irrigation.