WAEC Geography 2000 Question 24

Question 24

Mining and Energy

One of the advantages of solar energy is that

  1. A.it is available 24 hours of the day
  2. B.it is natural and does not require periodic maintenance
  3. C.it is harnessed with the aid of technology
  4. D.it is generally abundant in all parts of the world
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (it is natural and does not require periodic maintenance)

Explanation

Sunlight is free and natural, and the energy itself needs no refuelling or upkeep.