Natural Resources

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What is a natural resource?

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A natural resource is something found in nature that people can use, such as water, oil, and trees.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, like wind, sunlight, and water.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replaced once they are used up, such as oil, coal, and natural gas.

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What is fossil fuel?

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Fossil fuels are natural resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used for energy, like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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How do we use oil?

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Oil is used to fuel cars, heat homes, and produce electricity.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances into the environment, which can damage natural resources.

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How can we reduce ocean pollution?

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We can reduce ocean pollution by keeping beaches clean and not dumping waste into the water.

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What is the importance of conserving natural resources?

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Conserving natural resources helps protect the environment and ensures that resources are available for future generations.

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What is an example of a renewable resource?

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An example of a renewable resource is sunlight.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is oil.