Natural Resources

Front

What is a renewable resource?

Back

A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

Front

What is a nonrenewable resource?

Back

A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

Front

Give an example of a renewable energy source.

Back

An example of a renewable energy source is ethanol.

Front

Give an example of a nonrenewable energy source.

Back

An example of a nonrenewable energy source is coal.

Front

What is sunlight classified as?

Back

Sunlight is classified as a renewable resource.

Front

What type of energy does a solar powered car use?

Back

A solar powered car uses energy from the sun, which is a renewable resource.

Front

Is oil a renewable or nonrenewable resource?

Back

Oil is a nonrenewable resource.

Front

Is coal a renewable or nonrenewable resource?

Back

Coal is a nonrenewable resource.

Front

What does it mean for a resource to be sustainable?

Back

A sustainable resource is one that can be used without depleting it for future generations.

Front

What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

Back

The main difference is that renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot.