Elevate Science 5th Grade Topic 5 Human Impact on Earth's System

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What does it mean to classify something?

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To put something into groups based on shared characteristics.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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What is a positive impact of building a dam?

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It generates electricity without the pollution associated with burning fossil fuels.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

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How do renewable resources differ from nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replaced as quickly as people use them, while nonrenewable resources are not made fast enough to replace what is used.

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What are some examples of pollution?

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Noise, garbage, and chemicals can all cause pollution.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

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What is hydroelectric energy?

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Energy that comes from the movement of water.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What is the definition of renewable resources?

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Resources that can be replenished naturally over time.

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What is the definition of nonrenewable resources?

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Resources that cannot be replaced as quickly as they are used.

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What is an example of a renewable resource?

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Solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

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Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is pollution?

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The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3