Natural Resources

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time and are never going to run out.

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What is a con of building hydroelectric dams?

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Hydroelectric dams and their technology are expensive to build.

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Where is the best place to use solar power?

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Colorado is the best place to use solar power due to its sunny climate.

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What type of power plant uses scraps from farming and waste products?

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A Biomass Power Plant uses scraps from farming and waste products to generate electricity.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, primarily including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the main advantage of renewable resources?

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The main advantage of renewable resources is that they can be replenished naturally and are sustainable.

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What is an example of a non-renewable resource?

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An example of a non-renewable resource is coal.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy harnessed from the sun's rays, which can be converted into electricity or heat.

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What is the environmental impact of fossil fuels?

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The environmental impact of fossil fuels includes air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and habitat destruction.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and stored in the Earth, which can be used for electricity generation and heating.

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