Earth Science: Geology, the Environment, and the Universe

Section 3: Conservation of Energy Resources

Conservation of Energy Resources

1
__________ is the production of two usable forms of energy at the same time from the same process.
A)Cogeneration
B)Conservation
C)Sustainable energy
D)Energy efficiency
2
Which is an example of a way to improve efficiency in transportation?
A)use of fuel-efficient, hybrid, or electric cars
B)use of public transportation
C)Sustainable energy
D)all of the above
3
According to the table, why would living in a cold climate cause you to use more energy than living in a place that needs a lot of lights?
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A)heating uses the highest percentage of energy
B)lighting is relatively cheap
C)lighting is the highest percentage of energy used by the average family
D)too much energy would be used to warm water
4
__________ is the use of energy resources in the most productive way.
A)Sustainable energy
B)Energy efficiency
C)Cogeneration
D)Renewable use
5
What is an example of a way to conserve energy in a home?
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A)using incandescent lightbulbs
B)reducing the use of insulation
C)replacing old windows with new ones
D)removing weather-stripping around doorways
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