Ages 9–10🔬 ScienceBeing planted

Natural resources

Obtain and combine information to describe that energy and fuels are derived from natural resources and that their uses affect the environment

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Question 1 of 3

Which energy source listed below comes from a natural resource that can be replaced naturally over time?

Question 2 of 3

A mountain town wants to heat all its homes this winter. They are choosing between two plans: Plan 1 – Bring natural gas up from underground wells and burn it in furnaces. Plan 2 – Build a small hydroelectric plant that uses water from a nearby stream to turn turbines. Which statement best describes the environmental effects of obtaining and using the energy for each plan?

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following is a fuel that comes from a natural resource and can pollute the air when it is used for energy?

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