Resource Unit

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, and biomass.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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True or False: Pollution makes the air, land, or water clean.

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False

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Why are fossil fuels more widely used than solar energy?

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Fossil fuels are much cheaper and more readily available compared to solar energy.

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What is an alternative energy source?

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An alternative energy source is any energy source that is not based on fossil fuels, such as solar, wind, geothermal, and hydroelectric energy.

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Which of the following is NOT an alternative energy source: Fossil Fuels, Geothermal, Hydroelectric, Solar?

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Fossil Fuels.

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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 wind energy?

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Wind energy is energy generated from the movement of air, typically harnessed using wind turbines.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and stored in the Earth, 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.