Energy Island Flashcard

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What is energy independence?

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Energy independence means that a place can produce its own energy without relying on outside sources.

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What does renewable mean?

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Renewable refers to resources that can be replenished naturally and will always be available, like solar or wind energy.

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CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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What is the environment?

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The environment includes all the natural surroundings, such as land, water, air, and living things.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What does it mean to convert energy?

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To convert energy means to change it from one form to another, like changing sunlight into electricity.

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What is an example of a renewable energy source?

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An example of a renewable energy source is wind energy, which is generated by wind turbines.

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Why is it important to protect the environment?

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Protecting the environment helps ensure that natural resources are available for future generations and keeps ecosystems healthy.

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CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RL.1.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

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What is a wind turbine?

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A wind turbine is a device that converts wind energy into electricity.

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What does it mean to be environmental?

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Being environmental means taking actions that protect and preserve the Earth’s natural resources.

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CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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What is the main purpose of the passage about Energy Island?

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The main purpose is to show how one island became energy independent by using renewable energy.

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CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

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What is an example of energy that will not run out?

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An example of energy that will not run out is solar energy, as the sun will continue to shine.