Compare and contrast bio-mass and hydroelectricity as sources of energy

 

Answer

Similarities

  • Both of them produce energy
  • Both are traditional forms of energy
  • Both are renewable

 

Differences

Bio-mass

Hydroelectricity

It causes pollution.

It does not cause pollution.

The heat energy provided can be used for cooking and heating only.

The energy provided can be used to run all types of appliances.

Biomass energy can be used without any specialised device.

Special establishment like hydropower plant is required to use hydroelectricity. 

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