Geography
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Due to increase in the demand for energy and fast depletion of non-renewable energy resources, the renewable energy resources are gaining importance. This energy is abundant, renewable, pollution free and eco-friendly. It can be more easily supplied to rural, urban and remote areas. Thus, it is called the 'energy of the future'.
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The underlined word in each sentence is incorrect. Write the correct word.
- Biogas is an example of non-renewable energy resource.
- A solar panel is made of phosphorus.
- The Bhakra hydroelectric project is built on the Kaveri river.
- Geothermal electricity is generated from coal.
- Coal is found around the Persian Gulf.
Match the following:
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No.Column A Column B 1. insolation Kerala 2. nuclear energy solar energy 3. Mullaperiyar hydroelectric project petroleum 4. Dhanbad non-renewable energy resource 5. black gold coal-mining area Petroleum is called black gold.
Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resources.