Renewable 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, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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Give an example of a non-renewable resource.

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Coal is an example of a non-renewable resource.

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What is wind power?

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Wind power is the use of wind turbines to generate electricity from the kinetic energy of wind.

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What is a disadvantage of wind energy?

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Not every location receives enough wind to generate energy effectively.

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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 heating and electricity.

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Why is geothermal energy considered renewable?

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Geothermal energy is considered renewable because the heat from the Earth is continuously produced and can be accessed sustainably.

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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 a disadvantage of solar energy?

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The installation and maintenance of solar panels can be expensive.

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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.

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What is a benefit of using renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources produce little to no pollution, helping to reduce environmental impact.