Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources (SI)

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, and fresh water.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Fresh water is an example of a renewable resource.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replenished as quickly as it is consumed, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What happens if we use up all the coal on Earth?

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If we use up all the coal on Earth, there would be no more coal left to use.

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What is one characteristic of nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced as fast as they are used.

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Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource used to heat homes?

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Natural gas is a nonrenewable resource used to heat homes.

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Is wind energy a renewable or nonrenewable resource?

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Wind energy is a renewable resource.

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What is an example of a renewable energy source?

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Sunlight is an example of a renewable energy source.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are nonrenewable resources formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why are nonrenewable resources considered limited?

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Nonrenewable resources are considered limited because they take millions of years to form and cannot be replenished within a human lifespan.