Kohinoor Grammar School

Class: X IGCSE Subject: Pakistan StudiesII Total Marks: 25 Time allowed: 30 min
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(a) i. Study the fig.1 showing a type of alternative resources of energy.

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i. Name the type of renewable energy being generated.

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ii. Name one area where this type of energy can be generated.

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iii.Give two advantages and two disadvantages of this type of alternative resource of
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(b)i. What are the physical factors required for setting up solar power?

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ii. Explain how solar power cannot be beneficial for Pakistan?

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(c) i. Study fig.2

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i. Name the way of irrigation. Name the organization working to provide it.

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ii. How this way of irrigation can help to produce high yield.

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iii. Define alternative energy sources.

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(d) Evaluate the extent to which renewable resources of energy can help in producing
electricity. Give examples to support your views.

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