Learning about Renewable Energy.

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ERIC Number: ED270289

Record Type: Non-Journal

Publication Date: 1985-Apr

Pages: 5

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Learning about Renewable Energy.

Conservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service (DOE), Silver Spring, MD.

This booklet provides an introduction to renewable energy, discussing: (1) the production of electricity from sunlight; (2) wind power; (3) hydroelectric power; (4) geothermal energy; and (5) biomass. Also provided are nine questions to answer (based on the readings), four additional questions to answer (which require additional information), and information on how turbine generators work. (JN)

Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Electricity, Energy, Energy Education, Geothermal Energy, Intermediate Grades, Science Education, Secondary Education, Solar Energy, Water Resources, Wind Energy

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Learner; Reports - General

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Audience: Students

Language: English

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Authoring Institution: Conservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service (DOE), Silver Spring, MD.

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