Renewable vs. Non Renewable 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 or replaced naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, 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 quickly or takes millions of years to form, such as oil, coal, and natural gas.

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Is the sun a renewable resource?

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Yes, the sun is a renewable resource.

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Which of the following is NOT a natural resource: oil, coal, plastic, or water?

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Plastic is NOT a natural resource.

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What happens to nonrenewable resources over time?

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Nonrenewable resources will eventually run out.

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Are nonrenewable resources replaced quickly?

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No, nonrenewable resources are not replaced quickly.

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Is oil a renewable resource?

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No, oil is a nonrenewable resource.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is wind.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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An example of a nonrenewable resource is coal.

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What is an example of a natural resource that can be replenished?

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Water is an example of a natural resource that can be replenished.