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Natural Resources

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Resources that can be used over and over again without being depleted using solar cells. renewable resource
Source of energy other than burning fossil fuel. alternative energy source
Energy that comes from the sun. Solar power generates electricity using solar cells. Many homes use solar energy through the use of solar panels. Solar Energy
Comes from moving water (like rivers, tides, and ocean waves). Hydropower or Hydroelectricity
Wood, crops, and animal waste are biomasses that can be burned. Biomass is stored energy, but when burned it changes to thermal energy, gas, or fuel. Biofuel
Energy can come from this. Examples are windmills or wind turbines. Wind
Heat energy obtained from Earth's interior. Water deep in the earth is heated. Geothermal
The act of saving, protecting, or using resources wisely. conservation
Generators change mechanical energy into electrical energy. Fans and motors change electrical energy into motion (kinetic) energy. electricity
Burning fossil fuels are one of the main causes of air pollution. Air pollution can cause breathing problems and eye irritation. Pollution
Sources of energy that are useful to people and cannot be replaced easily. natural materials
metal (like copper) is an example of a _____. nonrenewable
fossil fuel is an example of a _______. nonrenewable
__________ are a source of energy made from the remains of ancient, once living things (coal, oil, and natural gas). Fossil Fuel
Nuclear energy is an example of a ___________. nonrenewable resources
Polluting the environment is a _____. problem
Nuclear waste may damage the environment which is a _____. problem
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