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Sources of Energy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Energy | the ability to do work |
| Nonrenewable energy | An energy source that can NOT be easily recreated |
| Fossil Fuel | formed over millions of years from decayed animals and plants |
| Natural Resource | A material that is found in nature |
| Consumption | using a resource |
| Conservation | finding ways to prevent wasteful use of a resource |
| Renewable Energy | renewed every day --- solar, wind, water |