Renewable and Non Renewable Resources

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished or regenerated over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and water.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Solar energy is an example of a renewable resource.

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Give an example of a non-renewable resource.

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Coal is an example of a non-renewable resource.

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What type of energy resource is natural gas?

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Natural gas is a non-renewable energy resource.

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What happens to non-renewable resources over time?

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Non-renewable resources will eventually run out as they are consumed and cannot be replenished.

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What type of energy resource is wind?

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Wind is a renewable energy resource.

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

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The main difference is that renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources cannot.

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Why is solar energy considered renewable?

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Solar energy is considered renewable because the sun will continue to shine and provide energy as long as it exists.

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What is an example of a resource that will run out in the next several hundred years?

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Non-renewable energy resources, like coal and oil, are examples of resources that will run out in the next several hundred years.