Natural Resources

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a resource that is constantly being supplied or replenished, such as trees, water, and sunlight.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a resource that is being used up faster than it is being replaced, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give examples of renewable resources.

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Examples of renewable resources include water, wind, sunlight, and plants.

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Give examples of nonrenewable resources.

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Examples of nonrenewable resources include coal, petroleum (oil), and natural gas.

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What does conserving resources mean?

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Conserving resources means saving resources and using them wisely.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

NGSS.HS-ESS3-3

NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

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What is biomass?

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Biomass is organic material that comes from plants and animals, and it is a widely used renewable resource.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the most widely used renewable resource in 2017?

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The most widely used renewable resource in 2017 was biomass.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources are replenished naturally and can be used indefinitely, while nonrenewable resources are finite and will eventually run out.

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What are some benefits of using renewable resources?

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Benefits of using renewable resources include sustainability, reduced environmental impact, and decreased reliance on fossil fuels.

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What is an example of a resource that is neither renewable nor nonrenewable?

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An example of a resource that is neither renewable nor nonrenewable is a mineral, as it is a finite resource that does not replenish.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1