Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources Flashcard

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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 water, sunlight, and wind.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced as quickly as it is used, such as fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is water, which can be naturally replenished through the water cycle.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is petroleum, which takes millions of years to form.

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What happens to nonrenewable resources when they are used up?

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When nonrenewable resources are used up, they cannot be replaced, leading to depletion.

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How quickly can renewable resources be replaced?

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Renewable resources can be replaced relatively quickly, often within a human lifetime.

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What is the significance of conserving renewable resources?

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Conserving renewable resources ensures their availability for future generations and helps protect the environment.

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What is an example of a resource that is replaced by nature quickly?

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An example of a resource that is replaced by nature quickly is timber from trees, which can grow back in a few years.

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What is natural gas classified as?

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Natural gas is classified as a nonrenewable resource.

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What is the impact of using nonrenewable resources on the environment?

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Using nonrenewable resources can lead to pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change.