Chapter 1 Into into envirnmental science

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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 water.

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Which of the following is a renewable resource?

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Sunlight.

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What are renewable natural resources?

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Resources that are replenished over a short period of time.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are nonrenewable energy resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replenished at a sustainable rate, such as oil and coal.

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Is sunlight a renewable resource?

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Yes, sunlight is a renewable resource.

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What does it mean for a resource to be sustainable?

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A resource is considered sustainable if it can continue to be used at the same rate into the foreseeable future without depletion.

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True or False: A resource is considered sustainable if it can continue at the same rate into the foreseeable future.

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True.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable energy resource?

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Oil.

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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 cannot be replaced once used.