Differences Between Renewable and Non-renewable Resources

Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource used to produce energy?

• Natural gas

• Uranium

• Hydroelectric Power

• Coal

What is biomass?

Choose ALL that are correct.

• A type of mineral

• Energy produced from burning plants and waste

• A renewable resource that can be replaced

• A non-renewable resource

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

• Renewable resources can be replaced quickly, while non-renewable resources take much longer to form.

• Non-renewable resources can regenerate, while renewable resources cannot.

• Renewable resources are more valuable than non-renewable resources.

• Non-renewable resources are always found in nature.

Which of the following is NOT considered a renewable resource?

• Wind

• Solar

• Coal

• Biomass

What does the acronym "CON" stand for?

• Types of RENEWABLE resources:

  Coal

  Oil

  Natural Gas

• Types of NON-RENEWABLE resources:

  Coal

  Oil

  Natural Gas

• Types of RENEWABLE RESOURCES:

  Climate

  Oxygen

  Nitrogen

• Types of NON-RENEWABLE RESOURCES:

  Climate

  Oxygen

  Nitrogen

Which of the following resources is used in making steel?

• Water

• Iron Ore

• Uranium

• Solar Panels

How long does it take for coal to form?

• A few years

• A few decades

• Millions of years

• It forms instantly

What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?

• They can be replaced within a person's lifespan.

• They are always abundant.

• They take longer than a person's lifespan to be replaced.

• They are not useful for energy production.

What is one way to reduce the use of non-renewable resources?

Choose ALL that are correct.

• Use more plastic products

• Turn off lights when not in use

• Ride your bike or walk instead of driving

• Warm-up your car for 30 minutes before heading to school

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