U6.15 Checkpoint #5

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable resources?

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Fossil fuels are considered nonrenewable resources because we are depleting them much faster than they can form.

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What is the primary component of natural gas?

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The primary component of natural gas is methane.

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Define a renewable resource.

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A renewable resource is a resource that can be replenished naturally in the course of time and can be replenished before it runs out.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are fuels formed in the earth from plant and animal remains, taking millions of years to form.

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What is natural gas?

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Natural gas is a mixture of gaseous hydrocarbons.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot be replenished in a human timescale.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is solar energy.

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What is crude oil?

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Crude oil is a liquid fossil fuel that is extracted from the earth and refined into various products.

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How are fossil fuels formed?

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Fossil fuels are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals that have been subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.

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What is the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels?

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Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change and air pollution.