Renewable and Nonrenewable resources

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished or regenerated over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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

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Give an example of a renewable energy source.

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Solar energy is an example of a renewable energy source.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable energy source.

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Coal is an example of a nonrenewable energy source.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is energy derived from the heat stored beneath the Earth's surface, and it is considered a renewable resource.

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What is biomass energy?

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Biomass energy is energy produced from organic materials, such as plant and animal waste.

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Which type of energy is produced by wind turbines?

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Wind energy is produced by wind turbines, and it is a renewable energy source.

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What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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The main difference is that renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, while nonrenewable resources are finite and will eventually run out.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy harnessed from the sun's rays, and it is a renewable resource.

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What does it mean for a resource to be sustainable?

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A sustainable resource is one that can be used without depleting it for future generations.