Sustainability

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What is sustainability?

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Sustainability is the ability to meet our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and hydroelectric power.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are resources that cannot be replaced once they are used up, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy that comes from the sun, which can be converted into electricity or heat.

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What is hydroelectric power?

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Hydroelectric power is electricity generated from the energy of moving water, typically from rivers or dams.

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is energy obtained from the wind, which can be converted into electricity using wind turbines.

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable?

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Fossil fuels are considered nonrenewable because they take millions of years to form and cannot be replenished within a human timescale.

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What does it mean for a resource to be renewable?

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A renewable resource is one that can be replaced naturally in a short period of time, such as within a human lifetime.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and stored in the Earth, which can be used for heating and electricity.

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What is the importance of sustainability?

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Sustainability is important because it helps to preserve the environment, conserve resources, and ensure a healthy planet for future generations.