Renewable and nonrenewable 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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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy that comes from the sun and can be converted into electricity or heat.

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is energy generated from the movement of air, which can be harnessed using wind turbines.

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What is hydroelectric energy?

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Hydroelectric energy is electricity generated by using the flow of water, typically from rivers or dams.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is heat energy that comes from the Earth's interior, often used for heating and electricity generation.

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What is biomass energy?

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Biomass energy is energy produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste.

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What is the main advantage of using renewable resources?

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The main advantage is that they are sustainable and have a lower environmental impact compared to nonrenewable resources.

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What is a disadvantage of using fossil fuels?

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A disadvantage of using fossil fuels is that they release greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.

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What is tidal energy?

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Tidal energy is energy generated from the movement of tides, which can be harnessed to produce electricity.