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Principles of Environmental Science
William P. Cunningham, University of Minnesota
Mary Ann Cunningham, Vassar College
Energy

True False Quiz



1

There is an inverse relationship between per capita energy use and a country's standard of living.
A)True
B)False
2

The world's largest supply of proven-in-place oil is in Alaska.
A)True
B)False
3

Active solar systems use a moving substance such as water or antifreeze to collect and transfer solar energy.
A)True
B)False
4

The policy that allows utility companies to profit from conservation programs and charge premium prices for energy from renewable sources is called green pricing.
A)True
B)False
5

The leading environmental concern with tidal energy generation is the threat of saltwater flooding of freshwater aquifers.
A)True
B)False
6

It is predicted that renewable energy sources will supply about 30% of the world's future energy needs.
A)True
B)False








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