Energy-Generating Resources
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Natural energy sources of power supply. |
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Energy Supply |
Energy-Generating Resources Categories.
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Electricity |
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Fossil Fuels - Any hydrocarbon deposit that may be used for fuel. Examples are petroleum, coal, and natural gas. |
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Nuclear Energy - Energy released by nuclear fission or nuclear fusion. |
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Solar Energy - Energy transmitted from the sun in the form of electromagnetic radiation. |
Energy-Generating Resources Definitions and Terms
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