Nonrenewable and renewable energy

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What is oil?

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A thick black liquid hydrocarbon extracted through drilling, which causes great environmental damage when spilled.

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What are renewable resources?

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Resources that can be replaced in a short amount of time.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Resources that are used faster than they can be replaced.

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What is a disadvantage of fossil fuels?

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Scientists guess that fossil fuels will run out in the next 50 years.

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Name two examples of renewable energy.

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Solar panels and hydroelectric energy.

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What is coal?

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A nonrenewable fossil fuel that is solid and primarily used for electricity generation.

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What is natural gas?

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A nonrenewable fossil fuel that is gaseous and used for heating and electricity.

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What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally in a short time, while nonrenewable resources cannot.

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Give an example of a renewable energy source.

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Wind energy is a renewable energy source that harnesses wind to generate electricity.

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What is the environmental impact of fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels contribute to air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and climate change.