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Energy sources are methods used to generate power, including fossil fuels, wind, solar, hydropower, geothermal, nuclear, and biomass. While fossil fuels provide significant energy, they also contribute to pollution, highlighting the need for cleaner alternatives. Emphasizing the importance of renewable energy can lead to a healthier planet.

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Sources of Energy Science Presentation

Energy sources are methods used to generate power, including fossil fuels, wind, solar, hydropower, geothermal, nuclear, and biomass. While fossil fuels provide significant energy, they also contribute to pollution, highlighting the need for cleaner alternatives. Emphasizing the importance of renewable energy can lead to a healthier planet.

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Sources of Energy

what are energy


sources?
Energy sources refer to the
means by which we
generate power to meet
our needs.
Fossil
Fuels
Fossil fuels are formed from
ancient plants and animals
that lived millions of years ago.
They include coal, oil, and
natural gas. When we burn
these fuels, they release
energy that we can use to
power things like cars,
factories, and homes.
However, burning fossil fuels
also releases pollution, so it's
important to find cleaner
energy sources too.
Wind
Energy
The wind blows all around
us, and we can use wind
turbines to capture the
wind's energy and convert it
into electricity. It's like a big
fan that creates electricity
when it spins.
Solar
Energy
The sun gives off light and heat
energy, and we can use special
panels called solar panels to
capture the sun's energy and turn
it into electricity. It's like using the
sun's power!
Hydropow
er
Water can also create
energy. We use dams to
collect water in one place,
and when the water flows
through special machines
called turbines, it turns into
electricity. It's like using the
power of flowing water!
Geothermal
Energy
Deep inside the Earth, there is
heat that comes from hot rocks.
We can use that heat to make
steam and turn it into electricity.
It's like using Earth's own heat!
Nuclear
Energy
Nuclear energy is created
when tiny particles inside an
atom are split apart in a
process called nuclear fission.
This releases a lot of energy
that we can use to generate
electricity. It's like using the
power of atoms!
Bioma
ss
Biomass is made from organic
materials like wood, plants, or
waste. We can burn these
materials to release energy or
turn them into a gas called
biogas. It's like using the power of
nature's leftovers!
Rememb
er!
It's important to use energy
wisely and think about the
impact on the environment.
That's why we're finding
new ways to produce clean
and renewable energy for a
healthier planet.

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