National and Global Energy Resources
Students evaluate the use of renewable and non-renewable energy resources for generating electricity. The environmental impact and reliability of different resources are analysed.
About This Topic
Students evaluate the use of renewable and non-renewable energy resources for generating electricity. The environmental impact and reliability of different resources are analysed.
Key Questions
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of fossil fuels?
- How can renewable energy resources meet our energy demands?
- Why is the global pattern of energy use changing?
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5E Model
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