Earth's Natural Resources

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What is a renewable energy resource?

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A renewable energy resource is one that can be replenished naturally over time, such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric energy.

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Which energy resource is considered renewable?

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Energy from Wind.

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Why are Earth's resources not evenly distributed?

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The conditions and materials to make each resource are not available everywhere.

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What is the main human activity that releases greenhouse gases?

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Burning fossil fuels.

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Why are forests considered an important resource?

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Forests remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, provide habitats for animals, and help hold soil in place.

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What is the impact of deforestation?

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Deforestation leads to loss of habitats for animals and contributes to increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy uses heat from the interior of the Earth.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What are some examples of non-renewable resources?

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Examples of non-renewable resources include coal, oil, and natural gas.