Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources

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What are resources that are replaced naturally and can be used again called?

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Renewable Resources

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What is an example of a renewable resource?

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Wind power, sunlight, and water behind dams are examples of renewable resources.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

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Coal is an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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What does 'renewable' mean?

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Renewable means that a resource can be replenished naturally over time.

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What does 'nonrenewable' mean?

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Nonrenewable means that a resource cannot be replenished in a short period of time.

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Name two types of renewable resources.

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Solar energy and wind energy are two types of renewable resources.

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Name two types of nonrenewable resources.

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Coal and oil are two types of nonrenewable resources.

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Why are renewable resources important?

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They help reduce pollution and conserve the environment.

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What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replaced naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot.

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Give an example of how renewable resources can be used.

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Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.

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