Paper 2 flashcards

Question 1

What is fracking

Answer 1

Injection of liquid to release natural gas trapped in rocks

Question 2

Why do energy resources require sustainable management

Answer 2

We cannot rely on renewable resources entirely yet & resources may run out

Question 3

Downsides of wind power turbines. TWO

Answer 3

Disrupt the flight path of brids
Aesthetically displeasing

Question 4

Advantages of wind power for energy. FOUR

Answer 4

• renewable resource - won’t run out
• Doesn’t pollute/ emit greenhouse gases which are harmful for the environment and humans
• fuel is free
• Can be built on existing farmland

Question 5

Factors and reasons for change of energy usage over the past 100 years. Developed Vs Emerging

Answer 5

• Overall population growth - increased demand
• New tech - increased electricity demand for new appliances - increased oil for private car ownership.
• Developed countries over the last 100 years have moved towards renewable energy WHEREAS emerging countries can’t do this due to financial costs/ lack of infrastructure.
• Developed countries are also more educated on climate change issues / their government is more likely able to prioritise this as a policy.