Nonrenewable Energy Resources and Sustainability

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What are fossil fuels?

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Natural fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas, formed from the remains of living organisms over millions of years.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A resource that can be replaced naturally within a human lifespan.

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Which fossil fuel is a solid?

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Coal.

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What does conservation of natural resources involve?

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The careful management and preservation of Earth's resources to ensure availability for future generations.

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What is sustainability?

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Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally in a short time, while nonrenewable resources take millions of years to form.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable energy resource.

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Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the impact of using fossil fuels on the environment?

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Using fossil fuels can lead to pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and climate change.

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What is the importance of recycling?

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Recycling helps conserve natural resources and reduces waste.

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What does it mean to reduce the use of items?

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Using less of a resource or product to minimize waste and conserve resources.