Sources of Energy-Sample Questions

1.  Which force is responsible for stability of our universe?

1.  Name one fuel used in nuclear reactor.     (CBSE CCE 2012)

2.  Name the reaction responsible for large energy production in the sun.     (CBSE CCE 2012)

3.  How has the traditional use of wind energy been modified for our convenience?     (AI 2008C)

4.  Biogas is considered to be a boon to the farmers. Give reasons.     (CBSE CCE 2011)

5.  What is a solar cell panel? Mention any three of its applications?     (CBSE CCE 2012)

6.  Why are many thermal plants set up near coal or oil fields?     (AI 2008C)

7.  Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resources of energy. Also give examples     (CBSE CCE 2011)

8.  What is geothermal energy? What are the advantages of wind energy?     (CBSE CCE 2011)

9.  Name the device used to convert

      a. Solar energy into heat

      b. Solar energy into electricity     (DELHI 2006C)

10.  Write the principle of generation of electric power by a boiling water type nuclear reactor. Name the coolant used in such a reactor.     (DELHI 2005C)

11.  a. name four gases which are mainly present in biogas.

         b. List two advantages of using biogas over fossil fuels.     (AI 2006C)

12.  List any three hazards of nuclear waste. How does the disposal of nuclear waste pose a problem for the plant and animal life?     (CBSE CCE 2012)