Natural Resources

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A resource that is not easily replaced and takes a long time to form, such as fossil fuels.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A resource that is constantly being replenished, such as solar energy, wind, and trees.

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Define natural resource.

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Any useful material that is found in nature, including water, minerals, and plants.

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable?

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Because they take a long time to be replenished.

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List three examples of renewable resources.

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Water, wind, and sunlight.

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What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources are replenished naturally and quickly, while nonrenewable resources are used up faster than they can be replaced.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Natural resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a natural resource that is not a fossil fuel.

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Water or trees.

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What is the importance of conserving natural resources?

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To ensure that they are available for future generations and to protect the environment.

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What is an example of a human resource?

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People who work to produce goods and services.