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 the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time (e.g., solar energy, wind), while non-renewable resources exist in finite amounts and cannot be replaced once used (e.g., oil, coal).

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What is an example of a non-renewable resource that comes from dead organic material?

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Oil is a non-renewable resource that comes from the remains of dead plants and animals.

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What is thermal energy transfer?

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Thermal energy transfer is the process of heat moving from one object to another, which can occur through conduction, convection, or radiation.

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What is radiation in terms of energy transfer?

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Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, which can occur in a vacuum without the need for a medium, such as air.

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What is a disadvantage of using renewable resources?

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One disadvantage is that not everyone in the world can access renewable resources due to geographical or economic limitations.

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Why can renewable energy hardware be considered expensive?

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The initial costs for renewable energy systems, like solar panels and wind turbines, can be high due to technology and installation expenses.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy harnessed from the sun's rays, which can be converted into electricity or heat.

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What are some examples of renewable resources?

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Examples of renewable resources include solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, and biomass.

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What is biomass?

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Biomass is organic material that comes from plants and animals, which can be used as a renewable energy source.