Energy resources
AQA GCSE Geography revision on Energy resources. Aligned to the AQA GCSE Geography 8035 specification. This bank has 10 practice questions on this topic.
Sample questions (3 of 10)
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Question 1
Which of the following is defined as a non-renewable energy source?
- A) Solar
- B) Wind
- C) Coal
- D) Biomass
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Answer: Coal
Non-renewable energy sources exist in finite amounts and are depleted faster than they can be replenished. Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas were formed from organic matter over millions of years, meaning they are not sustainable for long-term use.
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Question 2
What is the name of the process used to extract shale gas from underground rock layers?
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Answer: Fracking
Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, involves pumping water, chemicals, and sand into shale rock at high pressure. This creates cracks that allow trapped natural gas to flow to the surface for collection.
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Question 3
Which of these is a major environmental disadvantage of building large-scale hydroelectric dams?
- A) High carbon emissions during operation
- B) Flooding of large areas of land
- C) Unreliable energy generation
- D) Inability to store energy
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Answer: Flooding of large areas of land
While hydroelectric power is renewable and low-carbon, the construction of dams creates large reservoirs that submerge habitats and agricultural land. This can lead to the loss of biodiversity and the forced relocation of people living in the valley.
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