Ecology Vocabulary Flashcard Corrections

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What is Nuclear Energy?

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The heat energy produced by the process of nuclear fission within a nuclear reactor or by radioactive decay.

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What are Fossil Fuels?

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Energy-rich substances like coal or oil that were formed from the remains of organisms.

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What is Geothermal Energy?

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Heat energy in Earth’s interior from water or steam that has been heated by magma.

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What is Insulation?

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A building material that blocks heat transfer between the air inside and outside.

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What is Energy Conservation?

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The practice of reducing energy use.

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What is a Nonrenewable Resource?

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A resource that cannot be replaced or takes a long time to replenish, such as fossil fuels.

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What is a Renewable Resource?

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A resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar or wind energy.

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What is Solar Energy?

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Energy harnessed from the sun's rays, which can be converted into electricity or heat.

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What is Hydroelectric Power?

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Electricity generated by using the energy of flowing water.

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What is Ecology?

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The study of interactions between living organisms and their environment.

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