Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy

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What are resources that provide energy as an alternative to fossil fuels?

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Alternative Energy

Front

What are fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas that were formed over millions of years from decayed plants and animals?

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Fossil Fuels

Front

Which statement is true about the environmental impact of energy resources?

Back

Burning coal releases gases and smoke into the atmosphere.

Front

What type of energy is made by moving air?

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Wind

Front

What type of energy is made from heat inside the Earth?

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Geothermal

Front

What is the term for energy that can be replenished naturally in a short period of time?

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Renewable Energy

Front

What is the term for energy sources that cannot be replaced once they are used up?

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Nonrenewable Energy

Front

What is an example of a renewable energy source that uses sunlight?

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Solar Energy

Front

What is the process of using natural resources to generate energy called?

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Energy Production

Front

What is the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels?

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It releases greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.