Renewable Resources

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What are fossil fuels?

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A group of energy resources that were formed from ancient plants and organisms.

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What is one disadvantage of using renewable resources?

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They are not as efficient as burning fossil fuels.

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What type of energy resource is hydro power?

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Renewable.

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Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable resources?

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We are depleting the fossil fuels much faster than they can form.

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What is energy created by moving water called?

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Hydropower.

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Define renewable resources.

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Resources that can be replenished naturally over time.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Solar energy.

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What is the main advantage of renewable resources?

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They are better for the environment and can reduce pollution.

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What is a common use of wind energy?

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Generating electricity through wind turbines.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Energy derived from the heat stored beneath the Earth's surface.