Conservation Task Cards (Pre-Test)

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What is a fossil fuel?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is biofuel?

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Biofuel is a type of renewable energy made from organic materials, such as plants and animal waste.

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What does it mean to reduce in terms of conservation?

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To reduce means to use less of a natural resource, such as turning off lights when not in use.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new products to prevent waste and conserve resources.

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What is reusing?

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Reusing involves finding new ways to use items instead of throwing them away, like using glass jars for storage.

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What is the benefit of using solar panels?

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Solar panels generate electricity from sunlight, which is a renewable and clean energy source.

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What is the purpose of conservation?

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Conservation aims to protect and manage natural resources to ensure they are available for future generations.

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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 sunlight, wind, and water.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as fossil fuels.

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How can recycling help the environment?

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Recycling reduces the amount of waste in landfills, conserves natural resources, and saves energy.