4th Grade Resources on Earth

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What are non-renewable resources also known as?

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Fossil Fuels

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What is one advantage of solar and wind power over fossil fuels?

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Wind and solar are continuously renewable and fossil fuels take millions of years to be formed.

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Which mineral does Florida produce in large amounts?

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Phosphate

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Where does most of Earth's energy come from?

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The sun

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Which natural resource greatly contributes to Florida's economy?

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Limestone

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What are renewable resources?

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Resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy and wind.

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What is the definition of fossil fuels?

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Natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources.

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Name two examples of renewable energy sources.

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Solar energy and wind energy.

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

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources cannot.

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What is the role of the sun in Earth's energy system?

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The sun provides the primary source of energy for Earth, driving weather, climate, and photosynthesis.