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Energy Resources

Revise Energy Resources in Energy for GCSE Physics with 15 exam-style questions and 12 flashcards. This is a high-frequency exam topic, so students should expect to explain it clearly under timed conditions.

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What Happens When the Wind Stops?

Introduction 2

Non-Renewable Energy Resources

Deep Dive 3

Renewable Energy Resources

Deep Dive 4

UK Energy Mix

Diagram 5

Energy Sources Compared

Comparison 6

Key Terms

Definitions 7

Key Facts

Key Facts 8

Common Misconceptions

Misconceptions 9

Memory Aid: Renewable Sources

Memory Aid 10

Higher Tier: Evaluating Energy Choices

Higher Tier 11

Exam Focus

Exam Focus 12

Exam Tips for Energy Resources

Exam Tips 13

Knowledge Organiser: Energy Resources

Summary

Sample Flashcards

What is a renewable energy resource?

A renewable energy resource is one that is naturally replenished and will not run out on a human timescale. Examples include wind, solar, tidal, hydroelectric, geothermal, wave, and biofuel.

What does SHWGTB stand for? (Renewable energy sources)

S — Solar H — Hydroelectric W — Wind G — Geothermal T — Tidal B — Biofuel (Wave is sometimes added as a second W)

Exam questions for Energy Resources

Which of the following is a renewable energy resource?

A. Coal
B. Natural gas
C. Wind
D. Oil

1 markfoundation

Give two advantages and one disadvantage of using wind turbines to generate electricity.

3 marksstandard

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