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4 Earth's Surface
Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources TEK 4.7C
Term | Definition |
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Coal | A black, solid mineral substance, formed from plant remains, that is mined for use as fuel. |
Natural Gas | A flammable gas, consisting largely of methane and other hydrocarbons, occurring naturally underground (often in association with oil) and used as fuel. |
Nonrenewable Resources | Resources that nature can NOT replace quickly enough to meet people’s needs, such as fossil fuels, metals, or minerals. |
Oil | A flammable liquid made of hydrocarbons that is refined into gasoline or other products; also called petroleum. |
Renewable Resources | Resources that nature can produce again and again in a relatively short period of time, such as lumber, crops, sunlight, or wind. |
Conservation | the act of protecting Earth's natural resources for current and future generations. |
Recycle | The process of converting waste materials into reusable objects. |