JMS Conserving Natural Resources Review

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What is no-till farming?

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A soil conservation method that involves growing crops without disturbing the soil through tillage.

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What fossil fuel is formed from the remains of ancient swamp plants?

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Coal.

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Why is biomass not considered a good renewable energy choice for global warming?

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It produces greenhouse gases when it is burned.

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What is solar energy?

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Energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electrical energy.

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What are windbreaks?

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Rows of trees or shrubs planted to protect fields from wind erosion.

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What is contour plowing?

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A soil conservation technique where plowing is done along the contours of the land to reduce soil erosion.

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What is the main advantage of using renewable energy sources?

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They can be replenished naturally and have a lower environmental impact.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Energy derived from the heat stored beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is hydroelectricity?

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Electricity generated by using the energy of flowing water.

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What are cover crops?

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Crops planted to cover the soil rather than for the purpose of being harvested.