Natural resources

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What is a natural resource?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and wood from trees.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced or takes a very long time to replenish, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Solar power is an example of a renewable resource.

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Give an example of a non-renewable resource.

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Oil used for gasoline is an example of a non-renewable resource.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials to reduce waste and conserve natural resources.

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How does recycling help conserve natural resources?

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Recycling allows us to reuse materials instead of extracting new ones, which helps to conserve natural resources.

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the careful management of natural resources to prevent their depletion and ensure their sustainability for future generations.

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What is one way to conserve natural resources?

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Walking or riding a bike instead of driving a car is a sensible way to conserve natural resources.

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Where are fossil fuels found?

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Fossil fuels are found in the Earth.