Ecology 4a CFA

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What are non-renewable resources?

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Non-renewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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How can we determine if a resource is renewable or non-renewable?

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A resource is considered renewable if it can be replaced by a natural process in a reasonable amount of time.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, leading to an increase in global temperatures.

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What is carbon dioxide's role in climate change?

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Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change by trapping heat in the atmosphere.

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What is the significance of the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is the process through which carbon is exchanged between the atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms, playing a crucial role in regulating Earth's climate.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and stored in the Earth, which can be used for heating and electricity generation.

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What is solar energy?

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

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is energy obtained from the movement of air, which can be converted into electricity using wind turbines.

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What are the environmental impacts of using fossil fuels?

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Using fossil fuels can lead to air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and habitat destruction.