Renewable and Nonrenewable

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What is hydropower?

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Hydropower is a renewable energy source that depends on moving water to generate electricity.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is heat energy that comes from the inside of an object.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy that is harnessed from the sun.

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are things found in nature that can be used by people.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a resource that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as oil.

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What are the two main categories of energy sources?

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The two main categories of energy sources are renewable and nonrenewable.

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Give an example of a renewable energy source.

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An example of a renewable energy source is wind energy.

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What is the primary source of geothermal energy?

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The primary source of geothermal energy is the heat from the Earth's interior.

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How does solar energy contribute to electricity generation?

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Solar energy contributes to electricity generation through solar panels that convert sunlight into electricity.

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What is biomass energy?

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Biomass energy is energy produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste.