Alternative Energy

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What is Wind Energy?

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Energy that comes from changing the power of moving air into a useful form.

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What is Geothermal Energy?

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Energy that comes from the natural heat inside the Earth.

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What is Matter?

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Anything that has mass and takes up space.

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What is Pollution?

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Materials introduced into an environment that cause damage, discomfort, or instability.

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What is a Non-Renewable Resource?

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Materials from Earth that cannot be replaced within a reasonable amount of time, such as oil, coal, and natural gas.

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What is Renewable Energy?

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Energy that comes from sources that can be replenished naturally, such as solar, wind, and hydro energy.

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What is Solar Energy?

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Energy that comes from the sun's rays and can be converted into heat or electricity.

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What is Hydroelectric Energy?

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Energy produced from the movement of water, typically through dams.

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What is Biomass?

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Organic material that comes from plants and animals, used as a renewable energy source.

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What is Energy Conservation?

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The practice of using less energy by being more efficient or reducing waste.