Study Fig. 3.1, a map of selected thermal power stations in southern and western Pakistan. Using Fig. 3.1 only, identify: - the city that lies near a thermal power station in western Pakistan ........................................................ - the number of thermal power stations found in Sindh ........................................................
Using Fig. 3.1 only, describe how thermal power stations are distributed.
Study Fig. 3.2, which shows a coal-fired thermal power station. Complete the labels on Fig. 3.2 by choosing the correct words from the box and writing them in the spaces provided. The box includes: boiler, cooling tower, generator, turbine.
Describe the process used to mine coal in an open cast mine.
Cost is one factor that may influence how available electricity is. State three other factors that may affect the availability of electricity in Pakistan. 1 ........................................................ 2 ........................................................ 3 ........................................................
Explain why the cost of some non-renewable power sources in Pakistan could rise. You should develop your answer.
Define the term ‘renewable energy’.
Describe the way electricity can be generated from geothermal resources.
Read the two statements below about how to expand renewable power generation in Pakistan: View A says: “Pakistan should place greater emphasis on small-scale power generation, such as solar panels in villages.” View B says: “Pakistan should place greater emphasis on large-scale power-generation projects, such as hydel dams.” Which view do you agree with more? Give reasons to support your choice and refer to examples you have studied. Your answer should also consider view A and view B.