Power Resources — Set 2
Geography · ऊर्जा संसाधन · Questions 11–20 of 50
Which is the oldest oil refinery in India?
Correct Answer: B. Digboi
Digboi refinery in Assam was established in 1901 and is the oldest operating refinery in Asia. Oil was first discovered in this region in the late 19th century. Assam remains a major producer of onshore oil in India.
The HBJ (Hazira-Vijaipur-Jagdishpur) pipeline is primarily used for transporting?
Correct Answer: B. Natural gas
The correct answer is 'Natural gas'. The HBJ pipeline is India's first cross-state gas pipeline. It connects gas fields in Gujarat to power and fertilizer plants in North India. It plays a vital role in the industrial development of the interior regions.
Which of the following is a 'Conventional' source of energy?
Correct Answer: D. Firewood
Conventional sources are those that have been in common use for a long time, like firewood and fossil fuels. In rural India, over 50% of energy needs are still met by firewood and cattle dung cake. These sources are generally finite and cause pollution.
Hydroelectricity is generated by?
Correct Answer: A. Fast-flowing water
Hydroelectric power is produced by using the kinetic energy of falling or fast-flowing water to turn turbines. It is a renewable and clean source of energy as it does not emit greenhouse gases. India has vast potential for hydropower in the Himalayan region.
Tarapur Atomic Power Station, India's first nuclear power plant, is located in?
Correct Answer: A. Maharashtra
Tarapur was established in 1969 in Maharashtra with technical assistance from the USA. It marked the beginning of India's nuclear energy program. Nuclear energy currently contributes about 3% of India's total electricity generation.
Which type of energy is harnessed using the rise and fall of sea levels?
Correct Answer: C. Tidal energy
Tidal energy is generated by converting the energy from tides into electricity. In India, the Gulf of Khambhat and Gulf of Kutch offer ideal conditions for tidal power. It is a highly predictable form of renewable energy.
Where is the largest Lignite coal field in India located?
Correct Answer: B. Neyveli
Neyveli in Tamil Nadu is the most important lignite-producing area in India. This coal is used to fuel large thermal power stations in the region. Lignite is characterized by its brown color and high moisture content.
Natural gas is primarily found in which of the following regions in India?
Correct Answer: D. Krishna-Godavari Basin
Huge reserves of natural gas have been discovered in the Krishna-Godavari basin off the east coast. It is also found in the Mumbai High and the Gulf of Khambhat. Natural gas is used extensively in fertilizer and power industries.
Which country is the world's largest producer of hydroelectricity?
Correct Answer: C. China
China leads the world in hydroelectric power generation, home to the massive Three Gorges Dam. Hydroelectricity accounts for a significant portion of China's renewable energy output. Brazil and Canada are also major global producers.
Solar cells used to convert sunlight directly into electricity are made of?
Correct Answer: B. Silicon
Silicon is a semiconductor material widely used in the manufacturing of photovoltaic (PV) cells. When sunlight hits the silicon, it creates an electric current. Advances in silicon technology have significantly lowered the cost of solar power.