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Environmental Quality
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Teacher Guide
Grade Level
Elementary Grade 5 Intermediate Grades 68 Secondary Grades 912
To teach students about liquefied natural gas and encourage them to evaluate its economic and environmental advantages and disadvantages.
Background
This guide provides background information on natural gas and liquefied natural gas as an energy source. Familiarize yourself with all of the information and activities contained within the guide and select the activities that best suit your classroom and student needs.
Time
Approximately 5-8 class periods, depending on activities selected.
Concepts
Liquefied natural gas is a nonrenewable energy resource. Liquefied natural gas has economic and environmental advantages and disadvantages. Liquids use less space than gases. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is 1/600th the volume of natural gas. Natural gas is 600 times the volume of LNG. Energy is stored in many different forms. Energy is neither created nor destroyed; it is transformed from one form to another. Most of the energy on Earth can be traced back to nuclear fusion in the suns core. Energy flows through dynamic systems on Earth. The LNG chain consists of exploration, production, liquefaction, storage, transportation, regasification, distribution, and end use. LNG is a global system. All parts of the system are connected. The gases that compose natural gas are hydrocarbons. When burned, hydrocarbons produce carbon dioxide and water.
Energy Infobooks
For more information on natural gas as a resource, as well as all of the other sources of energy, reference NEEDs Energy Infobooks. These Infobooks are available for download at any level at www.NEED.org
Additional Information
For more information about liquefied natural gas, visit:
U.S. Department of Energy: www.fossil.energy.gov/programs/oilgas/storage/index.html U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: www.ferc.gov/industries/gas/indus-act/lng.asp Center for Liquefied Natural Gas: www.lngfacts.org/
Activity 1: Introduction
Objective
To become familiar with the basics of natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Materials
Student informational text, pages 20-26
Preparation
Make copies of the informational text for each student. Construct a large 3-column KWL chart on the board, or digitally for projection.
Procedure
1. Explain to students that we use many sources for energy every day. A big part of our energy picture is natural gas. Discuss with students that they will be learning basics about natural gas, but also how natural gas can be converted to a liquid, why it is done, and the advantages and disadvantages of doing so.
2. Ask students what they know about natural gas and LNG. Record student thoughts in the K (or Know) column of the KWL chart. Keep track of misconceptions to address as you work through the unit. Ask students what questions they might have about natural gas and LNG. Record these questions in the W (or Want to know,) column of the KWL chart. 3. Direct students to read the informational text, highlighting or underlining important ideas as they read. Students may make their own KWL charts or graphic organizers to use while reading as well. When students complete the reading, discuss what important concepts they learned, and add ideas as a class to the L (or learned) column of the KWL Chart. 4. Keep the chart posted or available to add to or use for further discussion as the class completes the activities.
Materials
Beach ball Ping pong ball 1 Set of 600 counting units (or the equivalent) for each group (or 1 set of 600 of any item such as cotton balls for each group) 1 800-1000 mL Beaker for each group Water
Preparation
Gather the beach ball, ping pong ball, and counting units. Divide the students into groups of three to five. Fill each beaker with 1 mL of water.
Procedure
1. Explain to the students that natural gas is typically found in a gaseous state. Explain that natural gas can be changed into a liquid (LNG) by making it very cold (-260F or -162.2C). 2. Ask the students what happens to the volume of a gas when it becomes a liquid. (The volume of a gas is reduced when it is a liquid.) 3. Show the students the beach ball and the ping pong ball. Ask them which ball represents natural gas and which represents LNG. (The beach ball represents a gaseous state [natural gas] while the ping pong ball represents the liquid state [LNG].) 4. Pass out the 600 unit sets, one per group. Allow time for the students to determine how many units are in each set. Ask the students to predict the volume of natural gas in a liquid state (LNG) if the whole set represents a gaseous state. Have the groups set aside the number of units they predict. 5. Gather predictions from the groups and write them on the board. 6. Explain to the students that LNG is 1/600th the volume of natural gas in a gaseous state. Have the students separate out the correct number of units to represent LNG. (One unit.) Collect the unit sets from the groups. 7. Pass the beakers with 1 mL of water to each group. Have the students predict how much water would represent natural gas in a gaseous state if the amount of water in the beaker was LNG. (600 mL.) Collect the beakers.
Extensions
Have students bring to class additional visual natural gas and LNG volume comparisons. Have students determine advantages and disadvantages to natural gas in both a gaseous state and a liquid state.
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Materials
Large wooden kitchen matches Forms and Sources of Energy worksheet, page 27 Natural Gas Energy Flow worksheet, page 28 Energy Flow Organizer, page 29 Regular flashlight and hand-generated flashlight Masters, pages 14-19
Preparation
Obtain the materials needed for the activities. Make copies of worksheets for students. Make transparencies or digital copies of pages 14-19 to project for the class.
Procedure
Forms of Energy
1. Introduce the activity by lighting a wooden match and asking students to describe what is happening in energy terms. Explain the energy flow from the match back to the sun. 2. Use the Forms of Energy master to provide an introduction to the forms of energy. 3. Distribute the Forms and Sources of Energy worksheet and have the students complete it. Review the answers with the students.
Extensions
Have students explain the energy conversions that occur in a compressed natural gas- or liquefied natural gas-powered vehicle. Discuss the similarities and differences between a thermal power plant and a nuclear power plant.
Materials
LNG Production to Market worksheet, page 30 LNG as a System hangtags, pages 31-32 The LNG Chain worksheet, page 33 1 Ball of yarn per group
Preparation
Make the copies of the worksheets specified above for each student. Divide the students into groups of eight. Cut the LNG hangtags, fold on the middle line, and attach a loop of string so that a student may wear it around his/her neck.
Procedure
LNG Production to Market
1. Explain to the students that natural gas is typically found in a gaseous state. Explain that natural gas can be changed into a liquid (LNG) by making it very cold (-260F or -162.2C). 2. Ask students what they think happens to natural gas when it is found far from cities or industry. (Known as stranded resources, natural gas located in undesirable locations can be processed into LNG and transported to marketable locations.) Explain to students that they are going to learn how stranded natural gas resources get to people who will use it. 3. Have students review the LNG Production to Market worksheet and write information for each step on the back of the worksheet (or assign as homework).
LNG as a System
1. Distribute the role card hangtags to the groups of students (one set of eight per group). 2. Ask students to read the backs of their cards. Allow time for questions. 3. Have each group put on their hangtags and stand in a circle with one student holding the ball of yarn. 4. Explain that the first student should look around the circle and identify a part of the system that relates to his/her component. Have the first student hold onto one end of the yarn, say the name of the related component, and toss the ball of yarn to that student. The first student then explains how their parts are related. 5. Have the groups repeat the process until all students have caught and tossed the ball of yarn. In the end, there will be a web of yarn connecting all students in the group. 6. Have one student give a tug on their string. Ask the students that felt the tug to explain how a stress on the one component affected their part. For example, a Production tug might cause an attached Liquefaction to say, If production of natural gas falls, the liquefaction plant cannot sell enough LNG to shipping companies. 7. Continue this process with each student tugging and giving different ways the system could be affected. Students should be able to explain various ways a change in one part of the system might affect other parts in the system.
Extensions
Have students design a flow chart of the LNG chain. Have students determine advantages and disadvantages to using domestically produced natural gas and imported LNG.
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Materials
Natural Gas In the Round cards, page 34-35 LNG student informational text, pages 20-26
Preparation
Make two copies of the sheets of cards. Cut one set of cards into individual pieces. The other will serve as the answer key, as the clues will be in the correct order.
Procedure
1. Distribute one card to each student. If you have cards left over, give some students two cards until all of the cards are distributed. 2. Have students look at the bolded statement at the top of the cards. Give them five minutes to review the information about their statement using the background information. 3. Choose a student to begin the round. Give the following instructions: a. Read the question on your card. The student with the correct answer will stand up and read the bolded answer. b. That student will then read his/her question. The round will continue until the first student stands up and answers a question.
Extensions
Have students create their own versions of natural gas or LNG in the round.
Materials
Chemical Models worksheets, page 36-38 Molecular model set or three colors of modeling clay and toothpicks will work for each group of students
Preparation
Gather the materials needed, and make copies of student worksheets. Divide the students into groups of two or three. Review with students the process for balancing chemical equations.
Procedure
1. Explain to the students that raw natural gas is typically found as a mixture of gases. These gases are hydrocarbons, consisting of only carbon and hydrogen atoms. 2. The gases found in raw natural gas are alkanes, where the prefix of the name tells the number of carbons present.
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3. Distribute the worksheets. Have students read the background and look at the list of Alkane Series Prefixes. Ask the students if they have any questions and give them time to complete the Molecular Formulas section of the worksheet. 4. Discuss the answers to the Molecular Formulas section to ensure all students have the correct answers. Allow students time to complete the Molecular Models and Balancing Equations sections of the worksheet. 5. Review the equations to ensure correct answers. Allow students time to complete the Hydrocarbon Combustion section of the worksheet.
Extensions
Have students explain what impact burning hydrocarbons has on the environment. Have students determine the molecular formulas for gasoline and diesel. Using these formulas, have students consider the impact of using these fuels on the environment.
Objective
To explore careers and opportunities in the oil and gas field.
Materials
Oil and Gas Career Game board master, page 39 Dice, one die per group
Preparation
Print one copy of the game board on card stock for each group. To print a color copy, download this guide at www.NEED.org. Paste onto poster board, if desired.
Procedure
1. Have students cut the game pieces from the board. 2. Students will take turns rolling the die and moving through the game board. 3. Discuss the different stages in the oil and gas process as a class.
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Evaluation
Evaluate the unit with your students using the Evaluation Form on page 41, and return it to NEED.
Answer Key
Forms and Sources of Energy
Forms of Energy Petroleumchemical Coalchemical Natural Gaschemical Uraniumnuclear Propanechemical Biomasschemical Hydropowermotion Windmotion Geothermalthermal Solarradiant Sources of Energy Chemical87.6 % Nuclear8.6 % Motion3.5 % Thermal2 % Radiant1% Renewables8.2 % Nonrenewables91.8%
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Exploration A new natural gas field is discovered, increasing the available supply for production. More natural gas is needed to be produced, exploration of new areas increases. Liquefaction A new liquefaction plant opens, natural gas production can increase. Excess natural gas is being produced, a liquefaction plant adds another shift to its schedule. Storage A very cold winter causes LNG storage to be low, natural gas production increases to fill storage capacity. Natural gas production doesnt meet demand, LNG is used from storage. Transportation A new company produces more LNG ships, allowing natural gas production to increase. Natural gas production slows, less transportation is needed. Regasification A regasification plant needs maintenance, natural gas production decreases. Less natural gas is being produced, a plant increases the LNG being regasified. Distribution A major pipeline needs repair, natural gas production decreases. Natural gas production increases and new pipelines are built to transport it to new locations. End Use Consumer demand for natural gas is high, production increases. Production increases, but demand is low, consumer prices decrease.
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MASTER
Forms of Energy
All forms of energy fall under two categories:
POTENTIAL
Stored energy and the energy of position (gravitational).
KINETIC
The motion of waves, electrons, atoms, molecules, and substances.
CHEMICAL ENERGY is the energy stored in the bonds of atoms and molecules. Biomass, petroleum, natural gas, propane, and coal are examples. NUCLEAR ENERGY is the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom the energy that holds the nucleus together. The energy in the nucleus of a uranium atom is an example. STORED MECHANICAL ENERGY is energy stored in objects by the application of force. Compressed springs and stretched rubber bands are examples. GRAVITATIONAL ENERGY is the energy of place or position. Water in a reservoir behind a hydropower dam is an example.
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RADIANT ENERGY is electromagnetic energy that travels in transverse waves. Solar energy is an example. THERMAL ENERGY or heat is the internal energy in substancesthe vibration or movement of atoms and molecules in substances. Geothermal is an example. MOTION is the movement of a substance from one place to another. Wind and hydropower are examples. SOUND is the movement of energy through substances in longitudinal waves. ELECTRICAL ENERGY is the movement of electrons. Lightning and electricity are examples.
Liquefied Natural Gas: LNG
MASTER
Energy Transformations
Hand Generated Flashlight
Nuclear Energy
Radiant Energy
Chemical Energy
Electrical Energy
Motion Energy
Chemical Energy
CAPACITOR
Electrical Energy
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Fusion
Fusion
The process of fusion most commonly involves hydrogen isotopes combining to form a helium atom with a transformation of matter. This matter is emitted as radiant energy. Hydrogen Isotope
Neutron
Helium
The process of fusion involves four hydrogen atoms combining to form a helium atom, with a transformation of matter. This matter is emitted as radiant energy.
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MASTER
Photosynthesis
In the process of photosynthesis, plants convert radiant energy from the sun into chemical energy in the form of glucose, or sugar.
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Natural gas and oil were formed in the same way. Millions of years ago, tiny sea plants and animals died and were buried on the ocean floor. Over time, they were covered by layers of sediment and rock. Over millions of years, the remains were buried deeper and deeper. The enormous heat and pressure turned them into oil and gas. Oil and natural gas are often found together. Today, we drill down through the layers of sedimentary rock to reach the rock formations that contain oil and gas deposits.
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ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION
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LNG Compression
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What Is LNG?
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled until it becomes a liquid. LNG is made by cooling natural gas to -260 degrees Fahrenheit (or -162.2 degrees Celsius). At this temperature, natural gas changes state into a liquid, and its volume is reduced 600 times. LNG, like natural gas, is odorless, colorless, noncorrosive, and nontoxic.
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If test results are promising, the scientists may recommend drilling to find the natural gas deposits. After identifying a potential site, companies must obtain environmental assessments and permits before they can begin drilling. Exploring for natural gas deposits is a high-risk, high-cost enterprise. Natural gas wells average 8,300 feet deep and can cost hundreds of dollars per foot to drill. Only about 61 percent of the exploratory wells produce gas. The others come up dry. The odds are better for developmental wellswells drilled on known gas fields. On average, 91 percent of the developmental wells yield gas. Natural gas can be found in pockets by itself or in petroleum deposits.
Production
Natural Gas
After natural gas comes out of the ground, it goes to a processing plant where it is cleaned of impurities and separated into its various components. Approximately 90 percent of natural gas is composed of methane, but it also contains other gases such as ethane, propane, and butane. The composition of natural gas varies according to where it came from and how it has been processed. Natural gas may also come from several other sources. One source is coalbed methane, natural gas found in coalbeds. Until recently, coalbed gas was just considered a safety hazard to miners, but now it is a valuable source of natural gas. The gas from coalbeds accounts for about seven percent of the total gas supply today. Another source of natural gas is the gas produced in landfills. Landfill gas is considered a renewable source of natural gas since it comes from decaying garbage. The gas recovered from landfills is usually burned at the landfill site to generate electricity for facility operations. Today, natural gas is produced in 32 states, but the top five states Texas, Wyoming, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Coloradoproduce 65 percent of the total. Altogether, the U.S. produces about one-fifth of the worlds natural gas each year.
If geologic testing is promising, an exploratory well will be drilled to determine if there is a natural gas deposit.
Sandstone
Oil
Gas-rich Shale
LNG
The process for making LNG starts the same as producing natural gas. The raw feed gas, or natural gas that has come from the well, must be processed to separate out impurities, such as dirt, hydrogen sulfide, and carbon dioxide. Next, the gas is cooled to allow water to condense and be removed. Additional dehydration is sometimes needed to ensure even small amounts of water vapor are not present. Then the gas is separated into its various components such as propane and butane. Once the natural gas is clean and dry, it is ready for the liquefaction process. Turning natural gas into LNG takes place through heat exchangers that cool the gas. Gas circulating through aluminum tube coils is cooled by a compressed refrigerant. As the refrigerant vaporizes, it cools the gas in the tubes. The refrigerant returns to a compressor while the LNG is pumped to an insulated storage tank. The United States does not produce and export LNG on a large scale. LNG is produced in large quantities overseas. The top countries that exported LNG in 2010 were Qatar, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, and Nigeria.
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LNG
After liquefaction, LNG is stored in insulated tanks. These tanks are specially designed to keep the interior at extremely low temperatures but the exterior the same temperature as the ambient air or ground. The inner layer of the tank is a steel alloy. Then there are layers of insulation, stainless steel, and additional insulation. The outer layer is reinforced concrete with heating ducts laced throughout to prevent the ground from freezing. The walls of an LNG storage tank can be as much as five-and-a-half feet thick. Some LNG storage tanks have a containment feature to safeguard against leaks. In these tanks, both the inner and outer walls are capable of holding the LNG. However, most LNG storage facilities in the U.S. use another approach. The storage tank is surrounded by a dam or dike made of soil that provides secondary containment. LNG is transported world-wide using ships with specifically designed hulls. The current world LNG fleet consists of 360 ships. Modern LNG ships follow two basic designs. The membrane design features multiple tanks with linings made of thin nickel-steel alloy. These tanks are integrated into the hull of the ship, which can be more than six feet thick. The spherical design has round storage tanks that sit on supports on the hull. Once LNG reaches its destination, pumps transfer it to insulated storage tanks. When the LNG is needed the liquid is warmed and quickly becomes a gas; this is called regasification. Two types of systems are typically used for regasification. Ambient temperature systems use heat from surrounding air or sea water. Above-ambient temperature systems burn a fuel to indirectly warm the liquid using a fluid bath. After regasification, the natural gas can join the network of pipelines used to transport it to consumers.
LNG is transported overseas by ship. Many of these ships have a membrane hull design.
Storage and transportation of LNG make for its biggest advantages and its biggest disadvantages. Once liquefied, LNG takes up 1/600th the amount of space as it did as natural gas. This is like comparing the volume held in a beach ball to that inside a ping pong ball. This is a great advantage for storage and transportation. More can be stored and moved at one time. Also, LNG can be transported over routes or to locations that do not have natural gas pipelines. However, because the tanks for storage must be designed for the -260 Fahrenheit temperature (-162.2C) inside and ambient temperature outside, LNG has distinct disadvantages when compared to natural gas for storage and transportation. Storage tanks must keep the LNG very cold and ships and trucks must be specially made for LNG storage. A future LNG storage option may lie with underground salt caverns. Rather than offloading the LNG from the ship into above ground storage tanks, it would be pressurized, warmed to 40 degrees Fahrenheit, and then injected into underground salt caverns. This method is called the Bishop Process. This process is still being studied, but if it proves successful, it would decrease the offloading time of LNG tankers and increase the storage capacity potential of LNG. Suitable salt cavern locations have been located in the U.S., with over 1,000 currently being used for storage and delivery of other fossil fuels.
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LNG Peaking Facility Satellite LNG Peaking Facility LNG Import Terminal
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On a small scale, natural gas is used as a transportation fuel. Natural gas can be used in any vehicle with an internal combustion engine, although the vehicle must be outfitted with a special carburetor and fuel tank. Natural gas is cleaner burning than gasoline, costs less, and has a higher octane (power boosting) rating. In 2010, more than 115,000 vehicles ran on compressed natural gas in the U.S., while about 3,300 used LNG. LNG is beginning to be used in rural areas as an alternative to propane. Additionally, LNG can meet some distributed energy needs. Distributed energy is generated and stored near the point of use. While natural gas is a popular choice for distributed energy systems, not all locations are within the pipeline distribution system. LNG can bring fuel to an isolated facility that has its own energy system.
30.5%
INDUSTRY
32.9% 13.3%
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How Natural Gas Generates Electricity in a Combined-Cycle Power Plant Natural Gas Combined Cycle Power Plant
NATURAL GAS HIGH PRESSURE GAS
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A generator is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. All electric power plants have a generator. What differs from plant to plant is the fuel source and method used to spin the shaft that will spin the generator to produce an electric current. Electricity generated from natural gas has steadily increased. Most new natural gas electric power plants are building highly efficient combined-cycle units. These units use both gas combustion turbines and steam turbines. Gas combustion turbines have three main components: a compressor, a combustion system, and a turbine. The compressor (1) draws air into the machine. Here, the air is pressurized and pushed into the combustion chambers. The combustion system consists of fuel injectors and combustion chambers. A ring of fuel injectors puts a stream of fuel (natural gas) into the combustion chambers (2). There the natural gas and air mix. The mixture is burned to produce a high temperature, high pressure
stream of gas that moves to the turbine. In the turbine (3) the high temperature, high pressure gas expands causing blades to rotate. The rotating blades are connected to a shaft that spins the electromagnet in the generator (4), producing electricity (9). After the gas passes by the turbine, it is piped into a boiler (5) to produce steam. Steam turbines have three major components: a boiler, a turbine, and a condenser. In the boiler (5), a fuel is burned, such as natural gas. The heat turns water into steam (6) where it travels to a turbine. The steam moves the blades of the turbine (7), which is attached to the electromagnetic shaft of the generator (8). The rotating electromagnetic shaft in the generator produces electricity (9). After moving through the turbine, the steam goes through the condenser (10) where a coolant, often water, is used to turn the steam into a liquid so it can return to the boiler.
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The global LNG market is divided into geographic regions. The Atlantic Basin includes trade in Europe, northern and western Africa, and the U.S. Eastern and Gulf Coasts. The Pacific Basin involves trade in South Asia, India, Russia, and Alaska. Middle Eastern countries typically export LNG to the Pacific Basin, but some cargoes are shipped to Europe and the U.S. LNG trade in Middle Eastern countries is growing to the point that some experts consider the Middle East to be the third LNG geographic trade region. In 2009, LNG accounted for about 27 percent of international natural gas imports, but LNG trade within the Atlantic and Pacific Basins differs. Prices are generally higher in the Pacific Basin. However, peak seasonal demands can cause short-term price increases in the Atlantic Basin. Importing countries in the Pacific Basin are almost entirely dependent upon LNG. Countries such as Japan and South Korea, which are the largest importers, used LNG to meet 89 to 96 percent of their natural gas needs. Whereas importing countries in the Atlantic Basin rely mostly upon domestic natural gas supplies and use LNG to meet the difference between production and demand. For example, LNG accounts for less than two percent of U.S. natural gas supplies. More countries are entering the LNG global market every year. Countries already active in LNG trade are increasing their capacity by either constructing new LNG terminals or expanding existing plants. Growth within the global LNG market is being driven by declining natural gas production in gas consuming countries, such as the U.S., and the desire of gas-producing countries, such as Russia, to maximize their resources.
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Top Exporters 1. Qatar 2. Indonesia 3. Malaysia 4. Australia 5. Nigeria Top Importers 1. Japan 2. South Korea 3. United Kingdom 4. Spain 5. China
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Georgia is home to the Elba Island facility, one of only nine LNG import terminals on the U.S. mainland.
The Honda Civic Natural Gas, which is fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG), was named one of the greenest cars for 2012, a position it has held for nine consecutive years.
Electricity
Coal-fired and nuclear power plants provide 83.4 percent of electricity used in the state56.5 percent and 26.9 percent, respectively. Natural gas supplies 13.8 percent of Georgias electricity consumption. In 2010, biomass sources, mostly wood and wood waste, petroleum, and hydropower generated less than three percent of Georgias electricity.
Heating
Forty-nine percent of Georgians use natural gas to heat their homes. Since there are no natural gas reserves in Georgia, it is imported by pipeline from the Gulf Coast region of the U.S. or in the form of LNG, mostly from Trinidad and Tobago. The other large heating resource is electricity, with 38 percent of homes heated by electricity.
Transportation
Transportation is the largest energy consumer in Georgia. With no petroleum production or reserves, Georgia is like many states in the U.S.; it must rely on imported petroleum products to keep moving. Petroleum is imported from other states by pipeline, such as Texas and Louisiana, or from other countries by tanker at the Port of Savannah. With almost 6,900 fueling stations, Georgia has about four percent of all gasoline stations in the U.S. With over 26,000 alternative fuel vehicles in use, Georgia also has fueling stations for alternative fuels including biodiesel, compressed natural gas, ethanol, liquefied petroleum gas, and electric charging stations.
Industry
Industry is the third largest energy consumer in Georgia. As a national leader in the wood and paper products industry, biomass is used to generate part of industrys energy needs. Much of the rest of the energy needed by the industrial sector of the state is provided by natural gas and petroleum products.
There are over 3,300 vehicles in the U.S. that run on LNGnatural gas that is liquefied by cooling it to -260F. There are less than 30 LNG fueling stations in the U.S., with the majority located in California. The advantage of LNG is that natural gas takes up much less space as a liquid than as a gas, so the tanks can be much smaller. The disadvantage is that the fuel tanks must be kept cold, which uses fuel.
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Using the information from the Forms of Energy chart, and the graphic below, determine how energy is stored or delivered in each of the sources of energy. Remember, if the source of energy must be burned, the energy is stored as chemical energy.
NONRENEWABLE
Petroleum Coal Natural Gas Uranium Propane _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ _______________________
RENEWABLE
Biomass Wind Solar _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ Hydropower _______________________ Geothermal _______________________
Look at the U.S. Energy Consumption by Source graphic below and calculate the percentage of the nations energy use that each form of energy provides.
What percentage of the nations energy is provided by each form of energy? Chemical Nuclear Motion Thermal Radiant _____ _____ _____ _____ _____
RENEWABLE
35.1% BIOMASS
Uses: heating, electricity, transportation
4.4% 2.6%
HYDROPOWER WIND
Uses: electricity
What percentage of the nations energy is provided by renewables? ______ By nonrenewables? ______
21.3%
Uses: electricity
0.9% 0.2%
URANIUM PROPANE
Uses: electricity
8.6% 1.6%
GEOTHERMAL SOLAR
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Fusion
Generator
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The process of fusion most commonly involves hydrogen isotopes combining to form a helium atom with a transformation of matter. This matter is emitted as radiant energy. Hydrogen Isotope
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HOT COMBUSTION GASES ELECTRICITY GENERATION STEAM LINE GENERATOR BOILER TURBINE
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GENERATOR MAGNETS
Inside a Generator
HOT COMBUSTION GASES
Motion Energy
MAGNETS
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LNG as a System
Exploration
Production
The process of drilling wells and processing natural gas into a clean, commercial product.
Liquefaction
Storage
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Transportation
Moving LNG to distant locations, typically with specially designed ships or trucks.
Regasification
The process by which LNG is heated, converting it into its gaseous state.
Distribution
End Use
Industry, businesses, and residential users all need natural gas for heating, cooking, manufacturing products, and generating electricity.
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Who has energy sources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time?
Who has a facility that uses stored natural gas during peak-use periods?
I have nonrenewable.
Who has the name for natural gas in its liquid state?
Who has the process by which LNG is heated, converting it into its gaseous state?
Who has resources that are too far away from industries or cities to be marketable?
I have hydrocarbons.
Who has the facilities that hold natural gas or LNG until it is used?
I have regasification.
Who has the term for drilling and processing natural gas into a marketable product?
I have production.
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Who has the process by which natural gas is converted into a liquid?
I have Alaska.
Who has the amount a volume of natural gas is reduced when it becomes a liquid?
I have liquefaction.
Who has the usable energy generated in a natural gas-fired power plant?
Who has the temperature to which natural gas is cooled to change it to a liquid?
I have industry.
I have electricity.
I have exploration.
Who has the term for natural gas resources that can be economically recovered?
I have -260F/-162.2C.
Who has the facility that processes natural gas into a liquid?
Who has the geographic trade regions of the global LNG market?
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Chemical Models
Background
Hydrocarbons are molecules composed only of carbon and hydrogen. Carbon atoms have four electrons available to bond. When one carbon atom bonds with only hydrogen, it will need four hydrogen atoms. This hydrocarbon is known as methane. When a hydrocarbon molecule has as many hydrogen atoms bonded as possible, it is considered saturated and is part of the alkane group. Alkanes are named for the number of carbon atoms present. The alkanes form a straight chain of carbon atoms with hydrogen atoms bonding with the remaining open electrons. The generic formula for alkanes is CnH2n+2. This formula can be used to determine the molecular formula for the gases that typically compose raw natural gas. meth- one carbon atom eth- two carbon atoms prop- three carbon atoms but- four carbon atoms
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Propane
Butane
Oxygen
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CO2
H2O
Ethane _______ + O2
HEAT
CO2
H2O
Propane _______ + O2
HEAT
CO2
H2O
Butane _______ + O2
HEAT
CO2
H2O
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GAME PIECES
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Geologists conduct many tests gathering information, such as seismic data, to determine if the geology holds oil or natural gas.
formulate the general plan for how the extraction operation will go. They help design the general structure of the well and the most efficient method of extraction.
PETROLEUM ENGINEERS
work on small platforms high on rigs to help run pipe in and out of well holes and operate the pumps that circulate mud through the pipe.
ROUGHNECKS
maintain and repair the electrical and electronic equipment and systems that keep the facilities up and running.
ELECTRICIANS
guide the lower ends of pipe to well openings and connect pipe joints and drill bits.
ENERGY TRADERS
install, maintain, repair, and test rotating mechanical equipment and systems.
MACHINISTS
buy and sell oil and gas in the U.S. and international markets.
Roll the die one last time to find out what kind of product you will become. If you EUM are a drop of oil, OL R PET follow the 1 petroleum path. You are refined If you are a into gasoline for molecule of use in cars and natural gas, trucks. follow the natural gas path. You are sent to a house and used to cook dinner on a stove.
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You are sent to a house and used for space and water heating.
FINISH
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