Chapter 15, Problem 63P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The advantages, disadvantages and limitations of wind power source should be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Wind energy does not come under a reliable source of power because there may be some time when no wind will blow thus, no electricity will be produced. This makes it an undesirable source of energy.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The advantages, disadvantages and limitations of geothermal power should be listed.

Concept Introduction:

Geothermal source of energy is a constant source of energy, since it does not depends on the availability of wind like in wind energy or availability of sunlight for solar energy etc. It has many advantages over the other forms of energy.

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The advantages, disadvantages and limitations for biodiesel should be listed.

Concept Introduction:

Biodiesel is a renewable source of energy.

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The advantages, disadvantages and limitations of hydroelectric power should be listed.

Concept Introduction:

Hydroelectric source of energy is most reliable renewable source of energy. The source for energy production is water in this case.

(e)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The advantages, disadvantages and limitations of geothermal home heating system should be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Geothermal energy is energy obtained from the earth. It is generated by stored heat under the surface of the earth.