Glencoe Earth Science

Chapter 5: Earth's Energy and Mineral Resources

Earth’s Energy and Mineral Resources

1
One drawback of nuclear energy is that nuclear waste must be contained and stored safely for at least __________.
A)100 years
B)10,000 years
C)1,000 years
D)10 years
2
Combined current reserves of coal and natural gas in the United States are estimated to last about __________ years.
A)60
B)infinite
C)310
D)250
3
Where do scientists hope to obtain an abundant source of methane?
A)polar ice caps
B)ocean floor
C)glaciers
D)rain forest
4
To be considered an ore, a mineral deposit must meet all of the following criteria EXCEPT __________.
A)be in demand
B)be rare
C)be easily separated from the original material
D)be a large enough quantity
5
Which type of coal produces the most energy and least pollution when burned?
A)bituminous
B)anthracite
C)lignite
D)peat
6
The most abundant fossil fuel in the world is __________.
A)coal
B)oil
C)natural gas
D)petroleum
7
Hydroelectric energy is all of the following EXCEPT __________.
A)produced by turbines that turn generators
B)an example of a nonrenewable energy resource
C)an inexpensive way to produce electricity
D)responsible for habitat disruption and destruction
8
The majority of energy used by Americans comes from __________.
A)hydroelectric
B)coal
C)nuclear
D)petroleum
9
Which of the following nonrenewable energy resources is NOT a fossil fuel?
A)nuclear
B)coal
C)natural gas
D)oil
10
Which of the following statements about recycling is true?
A)Recycling increases the amount of mineral resources needed every year.
B)Recycling won't help humans meet future needs.
C)Recycling is a way to reuse materials rather than obtain new ones.
D)Recycling takes more energy than obtaining the new material.
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