Renewable Energy

renewable energy Click on the link to get the answer for the questions below. National Geographic: Resource Library Choose the correct energy source: Generates electricity through sunlight and solar technology like PV cells. Solar Wind Geothermal Biomass Choose the correct energy source: Used in 90% of Iceland homes to heat their homes and businesses. Solar Wind Geothermal Biomass Sort the advantages into the correct energy source section based on the reading. Solar Energy Can last for 20 years. Wind Energy Cheap and reliable electricity in the Midwest. "Clean" form of energy that does not burn or emit pollutants by using turbines. Geothermal Energy Clean energy that does not burn or emit pollutants into the air by using heat pumps. Biomass Energy Can be stored and used later. Hydroelectric Energy Fairly inexpensive to harness. Simple and building materials are easy to get. Sort the disadvantages into the correct energy source section based on the reading. Solar Energy Expensive to install. Only works during the day. Wind Energy Constantly changing depending on time of day, weather, or location. Dangerous to flying animals. Geothermal Energy Large quantities of water might be needed. Biomass Energy Requires large amounts or land. Could become a non-renewable resource. Hydroelectric Energy Damaging to the local ecosystem. Do not last long enough, maybe 20-30 years. At the bottom of the website: Name and briefly describe one other type of renewable energy source.