SC.4.E.6.3 and 6.6

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished or regenerated over time, such as trees, water, and sunlight.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is a pine tree, which can be replanted after being cut down.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced or regenerated within a human lifetime, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why is solar power considered a renewable resource?

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Solar power is considered a renewable resource because it comes from the sun, which is constantly available and does not deplete.

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What makes water a renewable resource?

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Water is a renewable resource because it is constantly recycled through the water cycle, allowing it to be used again.

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What is biomass?

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Biomass is organic material that comes from plants and animals, which can be used as a renewable energy source.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is coal, which takes millions of years to form and cannot be replaced once used.

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How does planting trees help the environment?

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Planting trees helps the environment by providing oxygen, improving air quality, and serving as a renewable resource for wood.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can damage ecosystems and human health.