Question

Which of the following describes an example of an energy resource that does not pollute the air with greenhouse gases?

a)Wind power, which converts wind to electrical energy

b)Natural gas, which is released and used from sedimentary rock deposits

c)Fossil fuels, which transform the energy of flowing water into useable electricity

d)Biomass energy which is generated by burning wood or garbage

Answer 1

A. Wind power, which converts wind to electrical energy

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The correct answer is A. Wind power which converts wind to electrical energy. Wind is used to turn turbines to produce a generator which generates electricity. No pollution is produced in this way.

The other options, B,C and D produces pollutants when burned or used, the main one being carbon dioxide. Natural gas, fossil fuels and biomass energy are derived from organic materials and as such release carbon dioxide, the main green house gas that contributes to present day global warming.