Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources

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What is the energy that uses heat from within the Earth called?

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Geothermal energy is the energy that uses heat from within the Earth.

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Is Natural Gas a renewable or nonrenewable energy resource?

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Natural Gas is a nonrenewable energy resource.

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What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state about energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed.

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Is Geothermal Power a renewable or nonrenewable energy resource?

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Geothermal Power is a renewable energy resource.

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What energy transformation occurs in a toaster?

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In a toaster, the energy transformation is from electric to thermal.

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Define renewable energy resources.

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Renewable energy resources are energy sources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar, wind, and geothermal energy.

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Define nonrenewable energy resources.

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Nonrenewable energy resources are energy sources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is an example of a renewable energy source?

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An example of a renewable energy source is solar energy.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable energy source?

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An example of a nonrenewable energy source is coal.

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What is geothermal energy used for?

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Geothermal energy is used for heating, electricity generation, and direct use applications.