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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| non renewable resources | used faster than can be replaced |
| renewable source | source that can be replaced naturally in relatively short time |
| biomass energy | energy produced by burning organic matter such as scraps, wood, alcohol |
| geothermal energy | thermal energy from Earth's interior |
| hydroelectric energy | electricity produced by flowing water |
| solar energy | energy from the sun |
| wind farm | group of wind turbines that produce electricity |
| deforestation | cutting large areas of forests for human activities |