How many primary sources of energy do we have?

In summary, the conversation discusses the three primary sources of energy on Earth: the Sun, the Earth, and the Moon. The Sun is responsible for nuclear fusion, which powers coal, oil, and water dams. The Earth has nuclear fission, which produces hot geysers. The Moon's gravitational force affects ocean waters. These are the only true primary sources of energy, with all others being secondary. It is also mentioned that there could potentially be a fourth source of energy in the future: annihilation of matter. It is noted that all particles heavier than hydrogen are a result of nuclear fusion in stars. Wind is also mentioned as a 3.5th source of energy, as it is mostly powered by the Sun but also influenced
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I think we have 3 primary sources on the Earth.

1st – Sun (nuclear fusion)
Coal, oil, water dam – it would not exist without the Sun

2nd – Earth (nuclear fission)
Hot geysers

3rd – Moon (gravitational force)
When it moves ocean waters

Anything else is just a secondary energy source.

There could be 4th source of energy in the future. Annihilation of matter.

What do you think?
 
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If you want to differentiate between those that are a result of the sun in the first place and those that aren't... they all are. Earth would never have existed if the majority of the original cloud had not exerted enough gravitational influence to allow it to coalesce.
 
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I see. Every particle heavier than hydrogen is a product of a nuclear fusion of a star, which existed before our Sun. The heaviest particles were created during that explosion.

So, I could say that there is the only one primary source of energy – nuclear fusion.
 
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Nuclear fission reactors do not have a source recently related to a star. Nuclear fusion on Earth would also not be Sun based nuclear fusion.
 
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Wind is a 3.5th. It is mostly solar powered, but the general orientation of winds comes from Earth rotation. Also interrelated with tides.
 

What are primary sources of energy?

Primary sources of energy are natural resources that can be converted into energy to power our daily lives. These sources include fossil fuels, nuclear energy, renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, and biomass.

How many primary sources of energy do we have?

There are currently five primary sources of energy: fossil fuels, nuclear energy, hydropower, biomass, and renewable energy sources.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each primary source of energy?

The advantages and disadvantages of each primary source of energy vary. Fossil fuels, such as coal and oil, are widely available and relatively inexpensive to use, but they also contribute to air pollution and carbon emissions. Nuclear energy is a reliable and efficient source of energy, but it also produces radioactive waste. Hydropower is a renewable source of energy, but it can impact the environment and wildlife. Biomass can be a sustainable energy source, but it can also lead to deforestation. Renewable energy sources such as solar and wind are clean and unlimited, but they can be expensive to implement and are weather-dependent.

Which primary source of energy is the most commonly used?

Fossil fuels, particularly oil, are currently the most commonly used primary source of energy. They account for approximately 80% of the world's energy consumption.

Are there any potential new primary sources of energy being developed?

Yes, scientists and researchers are continuously exploring and developing new sources of energy, such as tidal and geothermal energy. These sources have the potential to provide clean and renewable energy for the future, but they are still in the early stages of development and implementation.

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