Renewable and Nonrenewable Unit 2.2 Review

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of living organisms in a particular ecosystem, including different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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Why is greater biodiversity important for an ecosystem?

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Greater biodiversity allows ecosystems to be more resilient and recover faster from disruptions because there are more organisms that can perform similar functions.

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What is a renewable energy resource?

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A renewable energy resource is an energy source that can be replenished naturally over time and will not run out in the next several hundred years.

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Give an example of a renewable energy resource.

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Solar energy is an example of a renewable energy resource.

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What is a nonrenewable energy resource?

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A nonrenewable energy resource is an energy source that cannot be replenished in a short period of time and will eventually run out.

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Name a nonrenewable energy resource.

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Oil is a nonrenewable energy resource.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy that is harnessed from the sun's rays and can be used to generate electricity or heat.

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What is one challenge of using solar energy?

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One challenge of using solar energy is that it can be expensive to build the necessary infrastructure.

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What does it mean for an ecosystem to be resilient?

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An ecosystem is resilient if it can recover quickly from disturbances or changes.

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How does biodiversity contribute to ecosystem resilience?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience by providing a variety of organisms that can fulfill similar roles, allowing the ecosystem to maintain its functions even after disruptions.