Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources

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What is a renewable resource?

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

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced or takes a very long time to replenish, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is solar energy, which comes from the sun.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is coal, which is mined from the earth.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are energy sources made from the remains of prehistoric plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable?

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Fossil fuels are considered nonrenewable because they take millions of years to form and cannot be replaced in a human lifetime.

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What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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The main difference is that renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot.

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What type of energy does a wind turbine produce?

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A wind turbine produces renewable energy by converting wind into electricity.

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What happens if we use too many nonrenewable resources?

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If we use too many nonrenewable resources, we may run out of them and harm the environment.

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What is an electric car?

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An electric car is a vehicle that runs on electricity instead of gasoline or diesel.

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