12-11 SCI

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the careful use and protection of natural resources to prevent waste and ensure they are available for future generations.

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Give an example of conservation in the classroom.

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Shay never throws away her pencil and keeps sharpening it, until all that is left is the eraser.

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What can residents do to conserve water during a drought?

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Save water by taking shorter showers and saving water at home.

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What is a scenario that illustrates resource conservation?

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A town offers money back for residents who use appliances that save water.

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How can we conserve electricity in the classroom?

Back

Switch off all computers and lights when not in use.

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What is the impact of conserving electricity on the environment?

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This will help reduce the burning of fossil fuels to generate electricity, which produces a lot of pollution.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances like coal, oil, and natural gas that are used to generate energy.

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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 solar energy or wind energy.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as coal or oil.

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Why is it important to conserve resources?

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Conserving resources helps protect the environment, ensures resources are available for future generations, and reduces pollution.