Renewable and Non renewable Resources

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What is a natural resource?

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Any natural material that is used by humans.

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a renewable resource is ....

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a natural resource that can be replaced at the same rate at which it is consumed

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a nonrenewable resource is...

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a resource that forms much more slowly than it is consumed

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Hydroelectric energy can be found throughout earth. Is this a benefit or a cost?

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Benefit

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Hydroelectric dams and their technology are expensive to build. Is this a benefit or a cost?

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Cost

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Wind Energy is available as long as the sun warms the earth. Is this a benefit or a cost?

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Benefit

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Is the expense of producing and maintaining wind energy equipment a benefit or a cost?

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Cost

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Fossil Fuels are inexpensive to obtain and use. Is this a benefit or a cost?

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Benefit

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Fossil Fuels can cause acid rain and smog. Is this a benefit or a cost?

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Cost

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Nuclear fuel produces a large amount of energy and does not cause air pollution. Is this a benefit or a cost?

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Benefit