Science Week 7 - Nonrenewable Energy

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What is petroleum?

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A nonrenewable energy source made from ancient animals that lived millions of years ago.

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Is petroleum being made on Earth today?

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No, petroleum is not being made on Earth today; it was formed millions of years ago.

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What is a nonrenewable energy source?

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An energy source that cannot be replaced quickly, such as coal, petroleum, and natural gas.

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What do cars use as a fuel?

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Cars primarily use petroleum as fuel.

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What is coal?

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A nonrenewable energy source made from ancient plants that have been buried and compressed over millions of years.

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What is natural gas?

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A nonrenewable energy source that is often found with petroleum and used for heating and cooking.

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What is nuclear power?

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A type of energy produced from splitting atoms, used in power plants to generate electricity.

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What is the main source of energy for power plants?

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Power plants can use various energy sources, including coal, natural gas, nuclear power, and renewable sources like solar.

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Why are nonrenewable resources a concern?

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Because they can be depleted and take millions of years to form, leading to potential shortages.

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What is an example of a renewable energy source?

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Solar energy, which comes from the sun and can be replenished.