Sci-Five | The Hindu Science Quiz: On Clean Energy
Wind turbines dot the coastline along a giant solar farm near Weifang in eastern China’s Shandong province on March 22, 2024.
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Which of the following is a benefit of renewable energy?
- Produces zero greenhouse gas emissions
- Requires fewer natural resources
- Is unlimited in supply
- All of the above
The primary benefit of renewable energy is its significantly reduced environmental impact, as it produces minimal to no greenhouse gas emissions, uses fewer natural resources and is limitless.
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Which technology converts sunlight directly into electricity?
- Solar thermal collectors
- Photovoltaic cells
- Wind turbines
- Biomass generators
Photovoltaic cells, also known as solar cells, are devices that convert sunlight into electricity.
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What is the main component of wind turbines that generates electricity?
- Rotor
- Gearbox
- Generator
- Tower
Wind turns the propeller-like blades of a turbine around a rotor, which spins a generator, which creates electricity.
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Which renewable energy source relies on the movement of ocean tides?
- Hydropower
- Tidal energy
- Geothermal energy
- Solar energy
idal power or tidal energy is harnessed by converting energy from tides into useful forms of power, mainly electricity using various methods.
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Which of the following countries is the leading producer of wind energy?
- China
- United States
- India
- Germany
China is currently considered the world’s leading producer of clean energy, generating more electricity from renewable sources than any other country, with a significant portion of this coming from solar and wind power.
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Published – January 30, 2025 05:28 pm IST
