Natural Resources

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What is a natural resource?

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A natural resource is anything found in nature that people can use.

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Why is water considered a renewable resource?

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Water is classified as a renewable resource because it is constantly replaced.

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Name two renewable sources of energy.

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Wind and water are renewable sources of energy.

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What does the term 'reuse' mean in the context of natural resources?

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Reuse refers to using an item again for the same or a different purpose, such as giving clothes to a sibling.

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What type of energy is collected by solar panels?

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Solar panels collect sunlight.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are resources that do not replenish at a sustainable rate, such as fossil fuels.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is coal.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, while nonrenewable resources are finite and cannot be replaced once used.

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What is the importance of conserving natural resources?

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Conserving natural resources is important to ensure their availability for future generations and to protect the environment.

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What is an example of a renewable resource that is not energy-related?

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An example of a renewable resource that is not energy-related is timber from sustainably managed forests.