Science Homework Help

1. Define fuel efficiency, and list the five factors that affect it. (2 points)

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2. Petroleum (crude oil) is the dominant energy source for the transportation sector, responsible for 90% of its energy use. If fuel consumption continues at its current rate, in what year will known reserves of petroleum run out? Hint: See Chapter 7 – Page 5 of the Bloom textbook. (2 points)

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3. In what year(s) did the USA peak (reach a maximum) in oil production? What happened to the amount of oil imported by our country from 1980 to 2010? (2 points)

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4. Name five alternative energy sources for transportation. List one benefit and one challenge of each. (2 points)

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5. Which alternative energy source for transportation appeals most to you, and why? Use 3-5 sentences for your response. (2 points)