Ecology 4a CFA

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What are non-renewable resources?

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Non-renewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the key question to determine if a resource is renewable or non-renewable?

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Can the resource be replaced by a natural process in a reasonable amount of time?

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Why might an environmental group dispute a company's claim of using only renewable resources?

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If the company uses non-renewable resources, such as coal, to generate energy, it cannot claim to use only renewable resources.

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What is one method for conserving air?

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Unplugging all devices when not in use helps conserve energy and reduce air pollution.

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What is the importance of understanding temperature ranges in ecological layers?

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Temperature ranges can indicate the type of organisms that can survive in those layers and their ecological interactions.

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What is carpooling?

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Carpooling is sharing a ride with others to reduce the number of vehicles on the road, which helps conserve air quality.

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What is the impact of burning coal on the environment?

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Burning coal releases pollutants into the air, contributing to air pollution and climate change.

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What does it mean to sustain natural resources?

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Sustaining natural resources means managing them in a way that meets current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is heat energy generated and stored in the Earth, which can be used for heating and electricity generation.