Renewable Energy Systems MCQs (Part-1)

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

A Natural Gas
B Uranium
C Solar Energy
D Coal

What is the main function of photovoltaic (PV) systems?

A Electricity generation
B Cooling systems
C Water filtration
D Heat production

Which energy source is primarily used in wind turbines?

A Biomass
B Sunlight
C Water
D Wind

What is a common use of hydropower?

A Transport
B Cooking
C Generating electricity
D Heating

Which renewable energy source is primarily used in geothermal power plants?

A Biomass
B Heat from the Earth
C Wind
D Solar radiation

What does the term “carbon footprint” refer to?

A A renewable energy system
B A type of energy
C The total emissions from a person’s activities
D A government policy

What is the main purpose of a hybrid renewable energy system?

A Reduce energy consumption
B Increase energy efficiency
C Store energy
D Combine different energy sources

What is the primary benefit of using energy storage systems?

A Reduces efficiency
B Increases fuel consumption
C Helps balance supply and demand
D Decreases energy output

Which of the following is a key feature of microgrids?

A Operates independently from the main grid
B Uses fossil fuels for energy
C Requires large-scale infrastructure
D Has no energy storage

What is the role of inverters in renewable energy systems?

A Measure energy output
B Store energy
C Convert DC to AC
D Convert AC to DC

What is the advantage of net metering?

A Eliminates the need for a meter
B Credits excess energy to your account
C Reduces energy production
D Increases grid reliance

Which renewable energy source is most commonly used in tidal power generation?

A Biomass
B Wind
C Sunlight
D Water movement

What is the primary function of a smart grid?

A Improve energy efficiency and reliability
B Increase carbon emissions
C Store excess energy
D Reduce energy consumption

What is the main environmental impact of using renewable energy sources?

A Increased air pollution
B Reduced energy dependence on fossil fuels
C High carbon emissions
D Significant land destruction

What is a key advantage of off-grid renewable energy systems?

A Energy independence
B High maintenance cost
C Connection to the main grid
D Inconsistent power supply