Renewable vs. Non-renewable Resources

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a resource that cannot be replaced as quickly as it is used, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Solar energy is an example of a renewable resource.

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Give an example of a non-renewable resource.

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Coal is an example of a non-renewable resource.

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What is biomass?

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Biomass refers to organic materials, such as trees, crops, and waste, that can be used as a source of energy.

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is the act of taking the kinetic energy of wind to generate electricity.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy harnessed from the sun, often using photovoltaic cells to convert sunlight into electricity.

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What is hydroelectric energy?

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Hydroelectric energy is generated by using moving water to produce electricity.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is the use of heat from inside the Earth to generate steam and produce electricity.

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What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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The main difference is that renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources cannot be replaced as quickly as they are consumed.