Renewable & Nonrenewable Resources

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are non-renewable resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is oil?

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Oil is a liquid fossil fuel that comes from tiny animals that died in the ocean millions of years ago.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, and wood.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as fossil fuels.

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What is an example of a renewable energy resource?

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Sunlight is an example of a renewable energy resource.

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What is wood classified as?

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Wood is classified as a renewable resource that must be conserved.

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What products are made from oil?

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Oil is used to make gasoline, plastics, DVDs, and tires.

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Why is sunlight considered a renewable resource?

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Sunlight is considered a renewable resource because it is abundant and will not run out in the foreseeable future.

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What are the main types of fossil fuels?

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The main types of fossil fuels are coal, oil, and natural gas.

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How do fossil fuels form?

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Fossil fuels form from the remains of ancient plants and animals that have been buried and subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.