Resources in Earth Systems

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as trees, solar energy, and wind.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels like coal and oil.

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How can trees be classified as an energy resource?

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Trees can be classified as an energy resource because they can be burned to provide heat.

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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 solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electrical energy.

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What is wind energy?

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

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What determines if a resource is renewable or nonrenewable?

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A resource is considered renewable if it can be replenished at the same rate it is used; otherwise, it is nonrenewable.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is an example of an interaction with the geosphere?

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Digging a hole in the backyard is an example of an interaction with the geosphere.

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What are the advantages of using renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources, like solar and wind, come from sources that never run out and produce little to no greenhouse gases.