Energy Flashcards by Farrah Tam

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Advantages of using geothermal

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No pollution or greenhouse gases

Not dependent on weather

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Disadvantages of geothermal

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Fixed site

Brings up hazardous minerals

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Advantages of using cal-fired power stations

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reliable technology

* coal available in many parts of the world

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Disads of using coal-fired power stations

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non-renewable

* results in atmospheric pollution

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Advantages of hydroelectric power station

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renewable

* no air pollution

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Disads of hydroelectric power station

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Villages / habitat destroyed

Not suitable if low annual rainfall

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