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 a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as wind, solar energy, and trees.

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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 quickly, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What does sustainable mean?

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Sustainable means being able to be used for a long time without running out.

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Why is recycling important?

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Recycling helps conserve natural resources by reusing materials instead of using new ones.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy that comes from the sun and can be used to power homes and buildings.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used for energy.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Wind is an example of a renewable resource.

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What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources take millions of years to form.

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What is one way to conserve natural resources?

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One way to conserve natural resources is by recycling materials.

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