Resources Of Nigeria - SS1 Geography Past Questions and Answers - page 2
What is the primary use of natural gas in energy production?
Electricity generation
Transportation fuel
Heating
Crop irrigation
Which mineral resource contains elements like tantalum and niobium, used in electronics and aerospace industries?
Tin
Columbite
Gold
Silver
Which energy resource relies on the Earth's internal heat and is harnessed through underground reservoirs of steam or hot water?
Solar energy
Wind energy
Geothermal energy
Biomass energy
In the context of power resources, the process of converting solar energy into electricity using panels is called ________________.
Solarization
What type of energy is derived from the motion of air and is captured using wind turbines?
Solar energy
Wind energy
Nuclear energy
Biomass energy
What are some environmental challenges associated with the extraction and use of petroleum and natural gas?
Environmental challenges associated with petroleum and natural gas extraction include air and water pollution, habitat destruction, and greenhouse gas emissions, which contribute to climate change.
How can the responsible management of water resources help mitigate water scarcity and ensure a sustainable water supply for the future?
Responsible management of water resources involves conserving water, preventing pollution, and implementing efficient irrigation methods to address water scarcity and ensure a sustainable water supply for the future.
Explain the role of dams in both providing water storage and the potential environmental impacts associated with dam construction.
Dams provide water storage for various purposes like electricity generation and flood control. However, they can lead to environmental impacts, such as altered ecosystems, sediment buildup, and displacement of communities.
Describe some of the advantages and disadvantages of using nuclear energy as a power resource.
Advantages of nuclear energy include low greenhouse gas emissions and high energy output. Disadvantages include the risk of accidents, long-term radioactive waste disposal, and high initial construction costs.
Discuss the benefits and limitations of using solar energy as a renewable power resource for residential and commercial applications.
Solar energy is clean, renewable, and reduces electricity bills for users. Limitations include intermittent