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What is a renewable resource?

• A resource that can be replaced naturally and used again

• A resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up

• A resource that is made by humans

• A resource that is always available

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

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Water

How does the use of nonrenewable resources affect the environment?

• It helps to clean the air

• It reduces pollution

• It can lead to pollution and habitat destruction

• It increases the number of trees

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Which of the following best describes the availability of nonrenewable resources?

• They are unlimited and can be used forever

• They are limited and can run out

• They are always being replaced by nature

• They are only found in certain countries

What is one reason why it is important to use renewable resources?

• They are more expensive than nonrenewable resources

• They help to conserve nonrenewable resources for the future

• They are harder to find

• They are not as effective as nonrenewable resources

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Which of the following is a characteristic of renewable resources?

• They can be replaced quickly by natural processes

• They are only available in small amounts

• They are made from minerals

• They are always man-made

How can using renewable resources contribute to sustainability?

• By depleting natural resources faster

• By reducing the need for nonrenewable resources

• By increasing pollution levels

• By making resources more expensive

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What is one challenge of relying on nonrenewable resources?

• They are always available

• They can be easily replaced

• They can become scarce and expensive

• They are always clean and safe

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Why might a community choose to invest in wind energy?

• Because it is a nonrenewable resource

• Because it can be depleted quickly

• Because it is a clean and renewable source of energy

• Because it is the only energy source available

How can individuals contribute to the sustainability of resources?

• By using more nonrenewable resources

• By ignoring renewable resources

• By conserving energy and using renewable resources

• By wasting resources

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