Static Quiz 28 April 2022
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1. Question
The Renewable energy sources comprises of which of the folllowing?
1. Hydel energy
2. Biomass
3. Fuel cellsCorrectAns;- d) All of the above
Explanation;-
• All are part of Renewable Energy Sources.
About Renewable Energy
• Renewable energy comprises of as follows;-
1. Solar energy – energy generated from the sun
2. Hydel energy – energy derived from water
3. Biomass – energy from firewood, animal dung, biodegradable waste and crop residues, when it is burnt.
4. Geothermal energy- energy from hot dry rocks, magma, hot water springs, natural geysers, etc.
5. Ocean thermal – energy from waves and also from tidal waves.
6. Co-generation – producing two forms of energy from one fuel.
7. Fuel cells are also being used as cleaner energy source.IncorrectAns;- d) All of the above
Explanation;-
• All are part of Renewable Energy Sources.
About Renewable Energy
• Renewable energy comprises of as follows;-
1. Solar energy – energy generated from the sun
2. Hydel energy – energy derived from water
3. Biomass – energy from firewood, animal dung, biodegradable waste and crop residues, when it is burnt.
4. Geothermal energy- energy from hot dry rocks, magma, hot water springs, natural geysers, etc.
5. Ocean thermal – energy from waves and also from tidal waves.
6. Co-generation – producing two forms of energy from one fuel.
7. Fuel cells are also being used as cleaner energy source. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements about International Solar Alliance (ISA) are correct?
1. International Solar Alliance (ISA) is launched at the CoP21 Climate Conference in Paris on 30th November 2015
2. The ISA secretariat will be set up in National Institute of Solar Energy, Paris
3. It provides platform for mutual cooperation among 121 solar resource rich countries lying fully or partially between Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn.CorrectAns;- c) Only 1 and 3
Explanation;-
• The 2nd statement is incorrect
About International Solar Alliance (ISA)
• International Solar Alliance (ISA) is launched at the CoP21 Climate Conference in Paris on 30th November as a special platform for mutual cooperation among 121 solar resource rich countries lying fully or partially between Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn.
• The alliance is dedicated to address special energy needs of ISA member countries.
• International Agency for Solar Policy and Application (IASPA) will be the formal name of International Solar Alliance.
• The ISA secretariat will be set up in National Institute of Solar Energy, Gurgaon.
• Countries that do not fall within the Tropics can join the alliance and enjoy all benefits as other members, with the exception of voting rights.
• After the United Nations, it is the largest grouping of states world-wide.About Objectives of ISA
1. to force down prices by driving demand
2. to bring standardization in solar technologies
3. to foster research and development.• Prime Minister coined the new term “Surya Putra” for all the nations which fall between Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn, and which have been invited to join the alliance.
• The other term used for these countries is “Sunshine Countries”. IESS 2047 stands for India Energy Security Scenarios 2047 calculator which has been launched by India to explore the potential of future energy scenarios for India.
IncorrectAns;- c) Only 1 and 3
Explanation;-
• The 2nd statement is incorrect
About International Solar Alliance (ISA)
• International Solar Alliance (ISA) is launched at the CoP21 Climate Conference in Paris on 30th November as a special platform for mutual cooperation among 121 solar resource rich countries lying fully or partially between Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn.
• The alliance is dedicated to address special energy needs of ISA member countries.
• International Agency for Solar Policy and Application (IASPA) will be the formal name of International Solar Alliance.
• The ISA secretariat will be set up in National Institute of Solar Energy, Gurgaon.
• Countries that do not fall within the Tropics can join the alliance and enjoy all benefits as other members, with the exception of voting rights.
• After the United Nations, it is the largest grouping of states world-wide.About Objectives of ISA
1. to force down prices by driving demand
2. to bring standardization in solar technologies
3. to foster research and development.• Prime Minister coined the new term “Surya Putra” for all the nations which fall between Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn, and which have been invited to join the alliance.
• The other term used for these countries is “Sunshine Countries”. IESS 2047 stands for India Energy Security Scenarios 2047 calculator which has been launched by India to explore the potential of future energy scenarios for India. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) are correct?
1. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an UN organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy.
2. IRENA has 150 member nations with Headquarters in Abu Dhabi.CorrectAns;- b) Only 2
Explanation;-
• It is not an UN organization it is intergovernmental organization.
About IRENA
• IRENA has 150 member nations with Headquarters in Abu Dhabi.
• The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy.
• IRENA promotes the widespread adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.
• IRENA is an official United Nations observer.
IncorrectAns;- b) Only 2
Explanation;-
• It is not an UN organization it is intergovernmental organization.
About IRENA
• IRENA has 150 member nations with Headquarters in Abu Dhabi.
• The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy.
• IRENA promotes the widespread adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.
• IRENA is an official United Nations observer. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the folloiwng are correctly matched about Wind farm?
a) Onshore wind farms = Construction of wind farms in large bodies of water to generate electricity. Offshore wind farms are more expensive than onshore wind farms of the same nominal power.
b) Onshore wind farms = operate on land, where the wind tends to be the strongest. The turbines of a Onshore wind farms are less expensive and easier to set up, maintain and operate than offshore turbines.CorrectAns;- d) None of the above
Explanation;-
About Wind Farm
• A wind farm is a group of wind turbines in the same location used for production of electricity. A wind farm can be located onshore and offshore.
• Onshore wind farms: operate on land, where the wind tends to be the strongest. The turbines of a Onshore wind farms are less expensive and easier to set up, maintain and operate than offshore turbines.
• Offshore wind farms: Construction of wind farms in large bodies of water to generate electricity. Offshore wind farms are more expensive than onshore wind farms of the same nominal power.IncorrectAns;- d) None of the above
Explanation;-
About Wind Farm
• A wind farm is a group of wind turbines in the same location used for production of electricity. A wind farm can be located onshore and offshore.
• Onshore wind farms: operate on land, where the wind tends to be the strongest. The turbines of a Onshore wind farms are less expensive and easier to set up, maintain and operate than offshore turbines.
• Offshore wind farms: Construction of wind farms in large bodies of water to generate electricity. Offshore wind farms are more expensive than onshore wind farms of the same nominal power. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statements about Biomethanation are correct?
1. Biomethanation, or methanogenesis, is a scientific process whereby aerobic microorganisms in an anaerobic environment decompose biodegradable matter.
2. The three functions that take place sequentially are hydrolysis, acidogenosis and methanogenesis.CorrectAns;- b) Only 2
Explanation;-
• The 1st statements is incorrect.
Anaerobic Digestion/Biomethanation
• Biomethanation, or methanogenesis, is a scientific process whereby anaerobic microorganisms in an anaerobic environment decompose biodegradable matter producing methane-rich biogas and effluent.
• The three functions that take place sequentially are hydrolysis, acidogenosis and methanogenesis.
• It is a process by which organic material is microbiologically converted under anaerobic conditions to biogas.
• Three main physiological groups of microorganisms are involved fermenting bacteria, organic acid oxidizing bacteria, and methanogenic archaea.
• Biomethanation has strong potential for the production of energy from organic residues and wastes.
• It will help to reduce the use of fossil fuels and thus reduce CO(2) emission.
IncorrectAns;- b) Only 2
Explanation;-
• The 1st statements is incorrect.
Anaerobic Digestion/Biomethanation
• Biomethanation, or methanogenesis, is a scientific process whereby anaerobic microorganisms in an anaerobic environment decompose biodegradable matter producing methane-rich biogas and effluent.
• The three functions that take place sequentially are hydrolysis, acidogenosis and methanogenesis.
• It is a process by which organic material is microbiologically converted under anaerobic conditions to biogas.
• Three main physiological groups of microorganisms are involved fermenting bacteria, organic acid oxidizing bacteria, and methanogenic archaea.
• Biomethanation has strong potential for the production of energy from organic residues and wastes.
• It will help to reduce the use of fossil fuels and thus reduce CO(2) emission.
