Nonrenewable Resources

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What does energy sustainability involve?

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Using energy responsibly so that it remains available and doesn’t harm the environment for future generations.

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How long does it typically take for nonrenewable resources to form?

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Millions of years.

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True or False: Fossil fuels are materials like coal, oil, and natural gas that naturally form over millions of years from decaying organic material.

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True.

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What are petroleum products primarily used for?

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Gasoline for transportation.

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What is one major challenge of using nonrenewable resources?

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They can be used up over time.

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Define nonrenewable resources.

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Resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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Coal.

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What is the primary environmental concern associated with nonrenewable resources?

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They contribute to pollution and climate change.

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What is the process of extracting fossil fuels called?

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Extraction.

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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 cannot.