Question

Which of the following is a false statement?

• A. To overcome the energy crisis the use of solar cooker must be increased
• B. To overcome the energy crisis more amount of non–renewable source of energy must be used
• C. The re–usage of waste material as a source of energy can be done to overcome the energy crisis
• D. To overcome the energy crisis water has to be saved

Hint:

To overcome the energy crisis:

Promote renewable energy
Reduce dependence on non–renewable resources
Conserve energy and natural resources

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understand the concept of energy crisis. An energy crisis refers to the shortage of energy resources and the need to use them efficiently and sustainably. Step 2: Evaluate each statement.

(A) Increasing the use of solar cookers promotes renewable energy — true
(B) Increasing the use of non–renewable sources worsens depletion — false
(C) Using waste materials as energy (biogas, waste-to-energy) — true
(D) Saving water helps in conserving hydroelectric energy — true
Step 3: Final conclusion. The false statement is option \(\boxed{\text{(B)}}\).