Answered: 1. In your evaluation, which of the…

Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)

9th Edition

ISBN:9780134746241

Author:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa

Publisher:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa

Chapter1: The Study Of Minerals

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Please help ASAP We discussed several energy options in this module (fossil fuels in general, natural gas extracted by fracking in particular, nuclear). Please discuss the following 1. In your evaluation, which of the discussed energy options benefits our society the most. Please explain. 2. What values is your evaluation based on? 3. What actions would be appropriate for our government to take in order to direct the technology towards the energy option you determined to be the most beneficial for our society?

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An energy resource is capable to produce heat, generate power and produce electricity. A matter that store energy in it is considered a fuel.

The energy source that is common and widely used are fossil energy such as coal, oil, and natural gas. These resources are non-renewable. Alternative energy resources are nuclear, solar, wind, etc.