Renewable Resources
What is a renewable resource?
What is a resource that can be replenished naturally over time?
What is a nonrenewable resource?
A resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up.
What is renewable energy?
Energy that comes from sources that are naturally replenished.
What are inorganic resources?
Natural resources that do not originate from living organisms.
What is a man-made resource?
A resource that is created by humans rather than occurring naturally.
Name two examples of renewable resources.
Solar energy and wind energy.
Name two examples of nonrenewable resources.
Coal and oil.
Name one advantage of using solar energy.
It reduces electricity bills and is environmentally friendly.
Give two examples of inorganic resources.
Minerals and metals.
Name one example of a man-made resource.
Plastic
Why are forests considered renewable resources?
Because they can regrow after being cut down if managed sustainably.
What is the main environmental concern with using nonrenewable resources?
They contribute to pollution and climate change.
What is a way we collect energy from the wind?
What are Wind Turbines?
Give an example of two metals that are inorganic?
what is iron, copper, or gold?
How can man-made resources affect natural resources?
They can deplete or pollute natural resources if not managed properly.
How do renewable resources help reduce pollution?
They produce less waste and emissions or cleaner air and water
What are fossil fuels?
What are plants and animals from millions of years ago
What is hydroelectric power?
Electricity generated by using the flow of water.
What is an inorganic resource that is not a metal or mineral?
what is water?
What is the difference between natural and man-made materials?
Natural materials are found in nature, while man-made materials are manufactured.