Renewable and nonrenewable resources

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a resource that can be replaced by natural means in a short amount of time.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be remade or regrown.

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Where does solar energy come from?

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Solar energy comes from the sun.

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What is an example of a renewable resource?

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Examples of renewable resources include solar energy, wind energy, biomass, and geothermal energy.

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

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Examples of nonrenewable resources include petroleum, coal, and natural gas.

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is energy obtained from the movement of air, which can be harnessed using wind turbines.

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What is biomass?

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Biomass is organic material that comes from plants and animals, which can be used as a renewable energy source.

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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 the importance of conserving nonrenewable resources?

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Conserving nonrenewable resources is important because they are limited and can take millions of years to form.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are nonrenewable energy sources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.