Natural Resources

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What is a natural resource?

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A natural resource is a material or substance that occurs naturally in the environment and can be used by humans, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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What is a manmade resource?

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A manmade resource is a material or substance that is created or manufactured by humans, such as plastic, buildings, and machinery.

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Define renewable resources.

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Renewable resources are resources that can be replenished naturally over time and will not run out, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

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Define non-renewable resources.

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Non-renewable resources are resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time and will eventually run out, such as fossil fuels and minerals.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is solar energy.

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Give an example of a non-renewable resource.

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An example of a non-renewable resource is coal.

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

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally and will not run out, while non-renewable resources are finite and will eventually be depleted.

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What is natural gas?

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Natural gas is a non-renewable resource that is used as a fuel and is formed from the remains of ancient marine organisms.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are non-renewable energy sources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the significance 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.