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Class 10 Science Chapter 14 Quiz

Sources of Energy

1. Which of the following is not an example of a biomass energy source?
a) Wood b) Gobar gas c) Nuclear energy d) Coal

2. Which of the following is not ultimately derived from the Sun’s energy?
a) Geothermal energy b) Wind energy c) Biomass d) Coal

3. A solar water heater cannot be used to get hot water on:
a) A sunny day b) A cloudy day c) A hot day d) A windy day

4. What kind of mirror is best suited for use in a solar cooker?
a) Plane mirror b) Concave mirror c) Convex mirror d) Spherical mirror

5. Which of the following is a non-renewable source of energy?
a) Solar energy b) Wind energy c) Coal d) Tidal energy

6. What is a good source of energy? (2 marks)

7. State two disadvantages of fossil fuels. (2 marks)

8. Explain why solar cells are not used to meet our large-scale energy needs. (3 marks)

9. List any three environmental consequences of using fossil fuels. (3 marks)

10.
a) Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable sources of energy with examples.
b) Give two limitations each of wind and tidal energy. (5 marks)

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