Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources

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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 wind, solar energy, and water.

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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 fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Wind energy is an example of a renewable resource.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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Coal is an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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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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Which resources will eventually run out?

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Nonrenewable resources will eventually run out.

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Name two renewable sources of energy.

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Wind and water are two renewable sources of energy.

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Name two nonrenewable sources of energy.

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Coal and natural gas are two nonrenewable sources of energy.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy from the sun that can be converted into heat or electricity, and it is a renewable resource.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced once used.