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Energy Resources & Consumption

Question 1
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1 mark

Which factor presents the greatest challenge in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources globally?

Question 2
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1 mark

Which is the cleanest fossil fuel to burn in terms of emitting fewer pollutants?

Question 3
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1 mark

What would be a potential ecological consequence if a region heavily reliant on fishing shifts from diesel-powered boats to biofuel-powered vessels without sustainable agricultural practices for biofuel production?

Question 4
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1 mark

How would a policy mandating a transition from coal to natural gas affect the acid deposition in downwind ecosystems?

Question 5
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1 mark

Which fuel type is popular in developing countries because of an abundance of plants and animals?

Question 6
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1 mark

Given current technology, which factor makes solar power less viable in certain regions?

Question 7
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1 mark

Given current consumption trends how would widespread adoption electric vehicles powered by coal fired electricity plants influence atmospheric CO2 concentrations?

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Question 8
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1 mark

What is the primary environmental concern associated with the extraction of fossil fuels?

Question 9
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1 mark

Which fossil fuel is typically used for electricity generation?

Question 10
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1 mark

Which conservation approach for preserving forests is most likely to support biodiversity, sequester carbon, and maintain ecosystem services while also providing economic resources over the long term?