Natural Resources

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, like trees and sunlight, while nonrenewable resources exist in finite amounts and cannot be replaced, like coal and oil.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is solar energy.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is natural gas.

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What is a fossil fuel?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why are fossil fuels important?

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Fossil fuels are important because they are major sources of energy used for electricity, heating, and powering vehicles.

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What resource do we burn for heat that comes from a renewable source?

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Wood is a resource we burn for heat that comes from a renewable source.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource needed to drive a car?

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Oil is a nonrenewable resource needed to drive a car.

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What are some examples of renewable resources?

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Examples of renewable resources include air, water, trees, and animals.

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What are some examples of nonrenewable resources?

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Examples of nonrenewable resources include coal, oil, natural gas, and minerals.