Nonrenewable Resources

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time. They include fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Is coal a renewable source of energy?

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No, coal is a nonrenewable resource.

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What element is primarily used in nuclear energy production?

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Uranium is the element used in nuclear energy production.

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What is natural gas used for?

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Natural gas is used to heat buildings, cook food, dry clothes, heat water, and help produce electricity.

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Which activity contributes the most to carbon emissions globally?

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Burning fossil fuels contributes the most to carbon emissions globally.

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What is the most troubling greenhouse gas produced by humans?

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Carbon Dioxide is the most troubling greenhouse gas produced by humans.

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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, used as energy sources.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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Coal, oil, and natural gas are examples of nonrenewable resources.

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What is the impact of burning fossil fuels on the environment?

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Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally in a short time, while nonrenewable resources take millions of years to form.