Natural Resources Review

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What are nonrenewable natural resources?

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Natural resources that cannot be replaced in a short amount of time, such as natural gas, coal, and oil.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable natural resource.

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Natural gas.

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Why are trees considered a natural resource?

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We use them to make paper, lumber, and other products.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A resource that can be replaced in a short amount of time, such as trees, water, and solar energy.

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Which of the following is a renewable resource: Water, Natural gas, Coal?

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Water.

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What is alternative energy?

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Energy generated from natural resources that are renewable, such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power.

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Which alternative energy source is considered the most efficient based on data?

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Wind.

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What does it mean for a resource to be sustainable?

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It means that the resource can be used without depleting it for future generations.

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What is the main disadvantage of burning coal for electricity?

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It releases harmful pollutants and contributes to climate change.

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Name one method of generating electricity that does NOT use alternative energy resources.

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Burning coal in a power plant.