Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources

Why is it important to use renewable resources whenever possible?

• To save money
• To increase pollution
• To reduce reliance on nonrenewable resources
• To deplete them faster

What happens to nonrenewable resources once they are used up?

• They can be easily replaced
• They replenish quickly
• They are renewable
• They are gone for a really long time

What is a key characteristic of renewable resources?

• They take millions of years to form
• They can be easily replaced
• They are limited in supply
• They are nonrenewable

How do renewable resources differ from nonrenewable resources?

• Renewable resources are limited in supply
• Nonrenewable resources can be easily replaced
• Renewable resources take millions of years to form
• Nonrenewable resources are gone for a long time and only used once

What is the main benefit of using renewable resources wisely?

• Increased pollution
• Reduced reliance on nonrenewable resources
• Depletion of renewable resources
• Higher costs

Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

• Wind
• Sunlight
• Natural gas
• Biomass

Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?

• Natural gas
• Oil
• Sunlight
• Coal

Why should we ensure future generations have access to renewable resources?

• To save money
• To ensure they have energy and materials they need
• To increase reliance on nonrenewable resources
• To deplete them faster

Which of the following is NOT a renewable resource?

• Water
• Biomass
• Wind
• Coal

What is a key characteristic of nonrenewable resources?

• They are constantly replenished
• They take millions of years to form
• They are unlimited in supply
• They are easily replaced