Non renewable resources Flashcard

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How is oil (petroleum) formed?

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From buried remains of microscopic marine organisms.

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What are fossil fuels primarily formed from?

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Buried remains of plants and animals chemically changed over millions of years.

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What does it mean for an energy source to be non-renewable?

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It is used up faster than natural processes can replace it within a human time scale.

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What are industrial minerals used for?

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To produce items like glass, salt, and sandpaper.

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What is a key characteristic of natural gas?

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It is a gaseous hydrocarbon that forms above oil deposits due to its lighter molecule.

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Define fossil fuels.

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Natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources.

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List three examples of fossil fuels.

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Coal, oil (petroleum), and natural gas.

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What is the primary environmental concern associated with burning fossil fuels?

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It releases greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.

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Explain the process of coal formation.

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Coal forms from the remains of plants that are buried and subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.

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

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