The graph below gives information from a 2008 report about consumption of energy in the USA since 1980 with projections until 2030.

The given line graph illustrates the amount of energy

consumption

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among 6 different sources of power in the USA over a period of 50 years, commencing from 1980

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although

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all sorts of energy

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experienced some fluctuations,

this

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figure remained continuously higher compared to other forms of energy

consumption

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. At the beginning of the period, the rate of use of petrol and oil was 35 units, and it is predicted to reach a peak in 2030.

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, it decreased to around 31 in 1985.

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this

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number for Natural gas was around 20, and it is expected to level off in 2030.

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, the

consumption

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of coal will continue to rise by 15 units, which was double its

intial

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initial

level Turning to another graph,

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these three sources of power began around 4 units,

this

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rate will reach around 6 and 5 for Nuclear and Wind, and Solar, respectively. There was a steady trend for Hydro power from 2010 to 2025, and it may follow

this

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trend by 2030.

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Vocabulary: The word "graph" was used 2 times.

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Vocabulary: The word "trend" was used 2 times.

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Coherence and Cohesion: 8.0

Logical structure

Single idea per paragraph

Introduction & conclusion present

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 5.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 8.0

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Topic Vocabulary:

Energy consumption
Renewable resources
Non-renewable resources
Fossil fuels
Nuclear power
Hydroelectric power
Solar energy
Wind energy
Biomass
Consumption patterns
Technological advancements
Energy efficiency
Sustainable development
Carbon footprint
Energy policy
Projections
Decade
Significant shifts
Economic factors
Environmental impact

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