Natural Resources

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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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 (e.g., solar energy, wind), while nonrenewable resources are finite and take millions of years to form (e.g., fossil fuels, coal).

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable?

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Fossil fuels can only be replaced over millions of years, making their supply limited compared to the rate at which they are consumed.

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What is an example of a renewable resource?

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Solar energy is an example of a renewable resource because it is abundant and can be harnessed repeatedly.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

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Coal is an example of a nonrenewable resource because it forms over millions of years and is consumed much faster than it can be replaced.

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What does it mean for a resource to be limited?

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A limited resource means that there is a finite amount available, and once it is used up, it cannot be replenished in a human timeframe.

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

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Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change and air pollution.

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What are alternative energy sources?

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Alternative energy sources are energy sources that are not based on fossil fuels, such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power.

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How does the supply of oil affect its price?

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When the supply of oil is limited and demand remains high, the price of oil increases.

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What is the significance of conservation in relation to natural resources?

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Conservation involves using natural resources wisely and sustainably to ensure they are available for future generations.