UPPSC PCS 2022 · Question 12 of 150

Most of the sources of energy we use, represent stored solar energy. Which of the following is NOT ultimately derived from the sun's energy?

Science

AGeothermal energy
BNuclear energyCorrect
CWind energy
DBiomass energy

Answer: B. Nuclear energy

Explanation

Nuclear energy n Nuclear reactions release energy through either fission or fusion. n In nuclear fusion atoms unites and to create a bigger atom whereas during nuclear fission in order to create smaller atoms by releasing energy.

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