Question

an unfortunate consequence of energy conversion is select one: a. energy quality. b. entropy. c. pollution. d. the turbine effect.

Explanation:

• Option a: Energy quality refers to the usability of energy, not a consequence of conversion.
• Option b: Entropy is a measure of disorder, related to energy conversion (2nd law of thermodynamics), but not an "unfortunate consequence" in the sense of a negative outcome like pollution.
• Option c: During energy conversion (e.g., burning fossil fuels for energy), pollutants are often released, leading to pollution. This is an unfortunate consequence.
• Option d: The turbine effect is part of energy conversion (e.g., in power plants), not a consequence of it.

Answer:

c. pollution