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 Conventional Sources of Energy 30 Flashcards |
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Coal found in India has a low calorific value, meaning it produces ___ energy per unit compared to higher-quality coal. |
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True or False: The Gondwana coalfields account for only 50% of India's total coal reserves. |
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 False. The Gondwana coalfields account for 98% of the total coal reserves in India. |
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What are the environmental impacts of burning coal? |
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Burning coal leads to large-scale pollution, contributing to environmental degradation and health issues. |
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How does the scattered and limited nature of coal reserves in India affect production? |
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The scattered and limited reserves make extraction and production more challenging and less efficient. |
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What are the primary products obtained from petroleum refining? |
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Petroleum refining yields various products.
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True or False: Petroleum is a renewable energy source. |
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 False. Petroleum is a non-renewable energy source, making its availability limited. |
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What environmental impacts are associated with petroleum extraction and burning? |
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The extraction and burning of petroleum produce greenhouse gases, contributing to environmental pollution and global warming. |
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True or False: Oil spills have no significant effect on marine life. |
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 False. Oil spills pollute oceans and lead to the death of many marine animals. |
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What are light distillates and name two examples? |
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Light distillates are petroleum products.
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Fill in the blank: The first private sector refinery in India is located in ___ and is known as Reliance Petroleum Limited. |
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 Jamnagar, Gujarat |
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True or False: The Mumbai High oil field is located 176 kilometers off the coast of Chennai. |
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 False. The Mumbai High oil field is located 176 kilometers off the coast of Mumbai. |
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Riddle: I am a prominent offshore oil field, elevated and rich, producing millions of tonnes, which field am I? |
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 Mumbai High |
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What is the significance of the Digboi Oil Field in India? |
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 The Digboi Oil Field in upper Assam is recognized as the largest oilfield in India. |
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Fill in the blank: Heavy products from petroleum include bitumen, which is used in ___ construction. |
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 Road |
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Which basin in Gujarat is noted for its oil-bearing regions along with several other sites? |
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 Cambay Basin |
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