Conservation of Natural Resources Review

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What is the source of energy that causes the blades of a turbine to move?

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Wind

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Is the high cost of building hydroelectric dams a pro or a con?

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Con

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What is conservation?

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Saving natural resources.

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Which one is an example of recycling?

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Making new glass bottles from old ones.

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What can we conclude about Douglasville's electricity sources?

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Douglasville uses renewable and nonrenewable resources for electricity.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy or wind.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as coal or oil.

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Why is recycling important?

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It helps conserve natural resources and reduces waste.

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What is an example of conserving water?

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Turning off the tap while brushing your teeth.

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What does it mean to reuse?

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Using an item more than once for the same or a different purpose.