Learning Objective: 2.

1 Understanding the generation of electrical energy

Learning Outcomes:
Compare and contrast the generation of electrical energy in various types of power
stations
Give examples of alternative sources of energy.

1. Complete the diagram below to compare and contrast the generation of electrical
energy in various types of power stations using the words given.

Diesel motor Nuclear reactions Steam Gas

Water flowing at high speed

Generators Shaft is turned by: Types of fuels used:

Thermal Petrol, Coal, Gas
Hydroelectric None
Nuclear Steam
Gas Steam
Diesel Diesel

2. Underline the correct answer in the statement below to give examples of alternative
sources of energy.

a. (Biomass / Sun) produces methane gas by the decomposition of the remains and
wastes of living things by bacteria.

b. Solar cells convert energy from the (sun / biomass) into electrical energy.
Learning Objective: 2.1 Understanding the generation of electrical energy

Answer Scheme

1. Complete the diagram below to compare and contrast the generation of electrical
energy in various types of power stations using the words given.

Diesel motor Nuclear reactions Steam Gas

Water flowing at high speed

Generators Shaft is turned by: Types of fuels used:

Thermal Steam Petrol, Coal, Gas
Hydroelectric Water flowing at high speed None
Nuclear Steam Nuclear reactions
Gas Steam Gas
Diesel Diesel motor Diesel

2. Underline the correct answer in the statement below to give examples of alternative
sources of energy.

a. (Biomass / Sun) produces methane gas by the decomposition of the remains and
wastes of living things by bacteria.

b. Solar cells convert energy from the (sun / biomass) into electrical energy.