Conservation Counts Review

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, primarily consisting of coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Name three types of fossil fuels.

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Coal, Oil, Natural Gas.

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What type of energy is wind energy classified as?

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Renewable Energy.

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What is a nonrenewable energy resource?

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A nonrenewable energy resource is a source of energy that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Which energy resource is NOT nonrenewable?

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Solar energy.

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What is one advantage of using fossil fuels?

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They can produce extremely high amounts of energy.

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What is a major disadvantage of fossil fuels?

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They contribute to air pollution and the greenhouse effect.

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What is the best solution to reduce air pollution?

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Use public transportation.

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What is renewable energy?

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Renewable energy is energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

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Give an example of renewable energy.

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Solar energy.