Problem Explanation:
The worksheet asks students to classify resources as either
renewable or
nonrenewable and then explain how they use one renewable resource and one nonrenewable resource. Here's a breakdown of the task:
1.
Classification of Resources:
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Renewable Resources: These are natural resources that can be replenished over time, such as wind, sunlight, water, etc.
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Nonrenewable Resources: These are finite resources that cannot be replenished once used up, such as fossil fuels (oil), wood from deforestation, and metal ores.
2.
Explanation of Use:
- Students need to describe how they personally use one renewable resource and one nonrenewable resource in their daily lives.
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Solution:
#### Step 1: Classify Each Resource
We will classify each resource based on whether it is renewable or nonrenewable:
1.
Wind:
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Renewable: Wind is a natural, inexhaustible energy source that can be harnessed for power generation.
2.
Wood:
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Nonrenewable: While trees can regrow, if wood is harvested faster than it can regenerate, it becomes a nonrenewable resource in practical terms.
3.
Oil:
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Nonrenewable: Oil is a fossil fuel formed over millions of years and cannot be replenished within human timescales.
4.
Sunlight:
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Renewable: Sunlight is an abundant, continuous, and naturally replenishing energy source.
5.
Water:
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Renewable: Water cycles through the environment (water cycle) and is continuously replenished.
6.
Metal Ore:
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Nonrenewable: Metal ores are finite mineral deposits that cannot be replenished once extracted.
#### Classification Answers:
- Wind: Renewable
- Wood: Nonrenewable
- Oil: Nonrenewable
- Sunlight: Renewable
- Water: Renewable
- Metal Ore: Nonrenewable
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#### Step 2: Explain How You Use One Renewable and One Nonrenewable Resource
Here’s an example explanation:
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Renewable Resource (Sunlight):
- I use sunlight to light my home during the day, reducing the need for artificial lighting. Additionally, sunlight helps plants grow, which provides food and oxygen.
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Nonrenewable Resource (Oil):
- I use oil-based products like gasoline to fuel my car for transportation. Oil is also used to produce plastics, which are common in everyday items like bottles and packaging.
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Final Answer:
1.
Classification:
- Wind: Renewable
- Wood: Nonrenewable
- Oil: Nonrenewable
- Sunlight: Renewable
- Water: Renewable
- Metal Ore: Nonrenewable
2.
Explanation of Use:
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Renewable Resource: Sunlight helps light my home and supports plant growth for food and oxygen.
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Nonrenewable Resource: Oil fuels my car for transportation and is used to make plastic products.
Final Answer Boxed:
\[
\boxed{
\text{Wind: Renewable, Wood: Nonrenewable, Oil: Nonrenewable, Sunlight: Renewable, Water: Renewable, Metal Ore: Nonrenewable}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of renewable energy worksheet.
