Question

four examples of energy resources are listed.

• water waves
• geothermal
• wind
• water behind hydroelectric dams

how many of these energy resources depend on radiation from the sun?
○ a. 4
○ b. 1
○ c. 3
○ d. 2

Explanation:

• Water waves: Caused by wind (which is due to solar heating).
• Geothermal: Comes from Earth's internal heat (not solar).
• Wind: Caused by solar heating of Earth's atmosphere.
• Water behind hydroelectric dams: Water cycle (evaporation due to solar heat).

Answer:

C. 3