Natural Resources
What is a renewable resource?
A resource that can be replaced by nature
What does nonrenewable mean?
They cannot be replaced quickly.
One advantage of renewable resources is that they usually _____.
can be used again and again
Why are fossil fuels useful?
They provide energy for electricity, cars, and machines.
A disadvantage of non-renewable resources is that they _____.
will eventually run out
Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?
Wind
Is causing pollution an advantage or disadvantage?
Disadvantage
What is natural resources?
Resources drawn from nature,
Name one fossil fuel.
coal, oil, or natural gas
What is one disadvantage of fossil fuels?
hey cause pollution.
What is an example of a renewable resource?
wind
Is making electricity an advantage or a disadvantage?
Advantage
What happens when fossil fuels are burned?
They make the air dirty.
Why are fossil fuels important for transportation?
They power cars, trucks, airplanes, and ships
What is one advantage of fossil fuels?
They give us energy.
One disadvantage of renewable resources is that they _____.
depend on weather, like sun or wind
Can oil spills hurt ocean animals?
Yes
Do fossil fuels give a lot of energy?
Yes
Why do factories use fossil fuels?
To power machines and produce goods.
Is giving energy an advantage or disadvantage?
Advantage
Are fossil fuels renewable? Why?
No, fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas) are non-renewable resources, not renewable ones.
The process of taking materials ready to be thrown away and changing them into reusable materials
Recycle
Why are fossil fuels important for factories?
They power machines.
Why are fossil fuels good for producing electricity?
They can produce a large amount of energy.
Natural energy sources, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.
Fossil Fuels