Renewable and nonrenewable resources

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished or regenerated naturally over time.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be remade or regrown within a human lifetime.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Solar energy, wind energy, and hydroelectric power are examples of renewable resources.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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Coal, oil, and natural gas are examples of nonrenewable resources.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the sum of all living matter on Earth, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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How is coal formed?

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Coal is formed from dead plants that are pushed together by heat and pressure underground over millions of years.

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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system?

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The primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system is the sun.

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What is wave energy?

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Wave energy is the energy generated from the movement of waves on the surface of the ocean.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is the heat that comes from the sub-surface of the earth, which can be used for heating and electricity generation.

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What is biomass energy?

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Biomass energy is produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste, which can be used for fuel.