Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources

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What are renewable resources?

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Resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and hydropower.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) and minerals.

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What is the main negative impact of using fossil fuels?

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Increased levels of CO2, leading to warmer climates.

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Which resource is considered non-renewable?

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Natural gas.

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What is hydropower?

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Electricity generated from the energy of moving water.

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Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

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Hhydropower energy.

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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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How does solar energy work?

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Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.

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What is biomass energy?

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Energy produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste.

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What is the environmental impact of increased CO2 levels?

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It contributes to climate change and global warming.