MGU2 Lesson 2 Flashcard

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replenished or regenerated within a human timescale, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why is coal considered a nonrenewable resource?

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Coal is considered nonrenewable because it is being used faster than it is being produced.

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What are renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources are energy sources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and hydropower.

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What is a trade-off?

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A trade-off is a situation where one must give up one thing in order to gain something else, often involving a compromise.

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What is hydropower?

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Hydropower is energy generated from the movement of water, typically through dams that harness the flow of rivers.

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What is the ecological impact of building dams for hydropower?

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Building dams can change the ecology of rivers, affecting fish populations, water quality, and the surrounding environment.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials to reduce waste and conserve natural resources.

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What are geological processes?

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Geological processes are natural processes that shape the Earth's structure and distribution of natural resources, such as erosion, sedimentation, and tectonic activity.

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What is the significance of solar energy?

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Solar energy is significant because it is abundant, renewable, and can be harnessed to produce electricity without emitting greenhouse gases.

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What is the relationship between supply and demand for oil?

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The relationship between supply and demand for oil affects its price; when demand exceeds supply, prices rise, and vice versa.