In this lab, you will examine renewable and nonrenewable energy resources for supplying electricity.
The goal is to consider the high demand for energy and the impact of various energy sources on human health and the environment. Which energy sources are the best options?
Assignment: SCI203 Analysis of Energy Sources Lab
Title: The Effect of Energy Sources on Environmental Pollution and Human Health
Instructions: In Part I of this form, record the data from the Unit 4 Lab: Analysis of Energy Sources. In Part II, follow the steps of the scientific method listed below to complete this lab report form. When this form is complete, please submit it in the submission area of the classroom.
Part I: Using the Electrical Power Plant comparison, fill in the data table. You will use this information to complete your lab report in Part II.
Energy Source Annual Net Power Generation
(MWh) CO2 Emissions
(tons) Sulfur Dioxide, NOx, and Other Emissions (tons) Methane emissions
(tons) Solid Waste Output (tons) Safety
(# deaths from air pollution and accidents)
Nuclear 19,959,126 0 0 0 35 tons radioactive waste 0.20
Natural Gas 1,880,832 797,711 3,457 28,200 2,000 tons scale, sludge, scrapings 5.31
Coal 14,049,804 16,267,643 620,929 3,806,661 200,000 tons, Coal combustion residues (ash) 345.91
Solar 101,965 0 0 0 0 0.0019
Biomass 31,540 719 493 3,368 13 0.146
Wind 884,986 0 0 0 0 0.031
Hydropower 477,853 0 0 0 0 0.012
Part II: Write a lab report using the following scientific method sections:
Title: The Effect of Energy Sources on Environmental Pollution and Human Health
Purpose
In 2-3 sentences, state the purpose of the Analysis of Energy Sources Lab.
Introduction
In a detailed paragraph, summarize what is currently known about renewable and non-renewable energy sources. Use the background information provided in the Unit 4 Lab: Analysis of Energy Sources.
Hypothesis/Predicted Outcome
In one sentence, state what you expect the results of the lab procedure will be.
Methods
In a detailed paragraph, summarize the steps you performed for collecting the data in this lab exercise. The goal of the methods section is to include enough information that others can duplicate your process and obtain the same results.
Results/Outcome
In a detailed paragraph, summarize your data.
Discussion/Analysis
In a detailed paragraph, discuss whether you obtained the expected results and what you learned from the lab.
