Based on the sources used to create energies, it is divided into two categories: the first one is renewable energy which we discussed in the last post, and the second one is non-renewable energy.
In this blog, we will share some inspiring information about non-renewable energy, non-renewable energy, and sources of non-renewable energy, so to know about it, read the full post carefully.
What is a non-renewable energy
Non-renewable energy is the energy produced by the use of organic sources that are available in a limited quantity like coal, petroleum, etc.
However, non-renewable energy sources will be finished one day from the planet. However, These sources took thousands of years or more time to build naturally inside the land.
That’s why the government is trying to encourage people to use renewable energy sources because these sources will be empty over time in the future.
Common sources of non-renewable energy
Here are the sources which are commonly used to create non-renewable energy
Coal
Coal is non-renewable energy produced on the earth; it takes millions of years to form.
The process to form a lump of coal is started when the dead plants & trees will accumulate at the bottom of the earth & Inside the land due to high pressure & heat will work on these matter for millions of years then it will convert those substances into coal.
Coal is a primary fuel that is considered in a group of fossil fuels; It is used as a source to generate energy. But
Why is it considered a non-renewable energy source? Because Natural processes form all fossil fuels like petrol & coal. And It will be finished one day.
Coal has some properties like coal is a substance with a high percentage of carbon present in it & only because of the carbon when coal burns it produces harmful gases sulphate, nitrogen which is a cause to harm the environment, humans & animals too.
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Natural Gas
Natural gas is a mixture of gases like methane, ethane, propane, butane, etc. we could be told that it is the cleanest fossil fuel because it does not produce ashes when it burns; it also has some more properties like non-toxic, colourless, odourless
It is a primarily used non-renewable energy source that is formed in the earth’s crust. The main component(gas) is methane present in the natural gas, which is used in some places
- Industries as an industrial fuel,
- For making food by consumers
- In cold areas for increasing the room temperature
- Sometimes used in vehicles too as a fuel
Oil
Oil is another primary source of renewable energy, which is also called petroleum. Everyone is familiar with petroleum, and it is used in vehicles as a fuel.
Maximum oil production in India has been covered by Assam, Gujarat, Rajasthan, which almost produce 92 percent of total oil. Among all states, Rajasthan produces 23.7% oil, Gujarat has 12.5% oil, and Assam produces 12.1% of oil.
Although, according to stats, in 2016-18, India produced 0.92% of oil from total oil produced by India.
Nuclear Energy
Nuclear energy is a kind of non-renewable energy in which the nucleus of an atom is used to generate energy through nuclear fission. It uses nuclear reactions to produce electricity. Where Uranium & platinum two particles are used
To produce nuclear power or nuclear energy first, it will need a huge power plant because performing a nuclear reaction is risky.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is non-renewable energy bad for the environment?
The use of non-renewable energy sources releases gases such as carbon dioxide & Methane, which will have harmful effects on the environment. As we use more fuels like oil, coal, etc. & burning them increases the temperature of the planet, which is also a significant disadvantage of non-renewable energy.
Q2. What are the 4 main non-renewable sources of energy?
Here are four main non-renewable energy sources are given below:
1. Coal
2. Oil
3. Natural gas
4. Nuclear energy.
Q3. Does non-renewable energy cause pollution?
Yes, Non-renewable energy is a cause of pollution, but it has many more disadvantages on the environment & pollution is just one of them. That is why the government is trying to encourage people to use renewable energy in the place of non-renewable energy.
q4. What are the pros of non-renewable energy?
Non-renewable energy has some advantages
1. Sources which are used to create non-renewable energy are cheap & easy to use
2. The storage of non-renewable energy sources are simple
3. Initially, It needs low cost to build the plant that generates energy
