Natural Resources Review

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What are fossil fuels?

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

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What problems are caused by using fossil fuels?

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Air pollution, climate change, oil spills, and acid rain.

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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, wind energy, and biomass.

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How can we conserve renewable resources?

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By using them wisely and reducing waste, such as recycling paper to cut down fewer trees.

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What is biomass energy?

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Biomass energy is energy produced from organic materials, such as plants and animal waste, which can be converted into fuel like ethanol.

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What is geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy is energy derived from the heat stored beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally within a human lifetime, while nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced once they are used up.

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What is air pollution?

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Air pollution is the contamination of the air by harmful substances, which can be caused by burning fossil fuels.

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What is climate change?

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, largely driven by human activities like burning fossil fuels.

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What are oil spills?

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Oil spills are the release of liquid petroleum hydrocarbons into the environment, particularly marine areas, due to human activity.