Natural Resources

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the removal of large expanses of forest for agriculture or other uses.

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What causes the price of oil to rise significantly?

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The supply of oil is limited.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

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What is a renewable source of energy?

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A renewable source of energy is a resource that can be replenished naturally, such as sunlight.

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What type of energy do wind turbines use?

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Wind energy.

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What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources cannot.

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What is an example of a non-renewable resource?

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Coal.

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What is sustainable harvesting?

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Sustainable harvesting is the practice of collecting resources in a way that maintains the ecosystem's health.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is the impact of using fossil fuels on the environment?

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Using fossil fuels contributes to pollution and climate change.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy harnessed from the sun's rays.

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What is hydropower?

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Hydropower is energy generated from the movement of water.

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