Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy

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Wind is a __________ energy resource.

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Renewable

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Fossil Fuels are __________.

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fuels that form from the remains of plant and other organisms that were buried and altered over millions of years.

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The flame on your stove is an example of __________.

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natural gas

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Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

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Oil

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True or False: The Earth provides humans with an unlimited amount of fossil fuels. They are considered renewable.

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False

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What is renewable energy?

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Energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

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What is non-renewable energy?

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Energy that comes from sources that will run out or will not be replenished in our lifetimes, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable energy source.

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Solar energy.

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Give an example of a non-renewable energy source.

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Coal.

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What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable energy?

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Renewable energy can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable energy cannot.