Natural Resources

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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Why are trees considered a natural resource?

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Trees are considered a natural resource because we use them to make paper, lumber, and other products.

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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 solar energy, wind energy, and trees.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced or takes a very long time to form, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is wind energy, which can be harnessed using wind turbines.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is coal, which is used for energy but cannot be replaced once it is used.

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What are fossil fuels?

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

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable?

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Fossil fuels are considered nonrenewable because they take millions of years to form and cannot be replenished within a human lifetime.

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What is the importance of conserving natural resources?

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Conserving natural resources is important to ensure that they are available for future generations and to protect the environment.

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What is the role of animals in natural resources?

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Animals are considered natural resources because they provide food, clothing, and other materials, and they are part of the ecosystem.