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Non renewable energy sources like oil, gas & coal are very concentrated forms of energy. All you have to do to release the energy is start them burning and then get out a lot of energy from a relatively small volume. In addition they don't have to be processed where they are found. You can transport them with little trouble. Renewable energy sources like solar & wind are not very concentrated at all. To get a usefull amount of energy from them requires large gathering techniques. These sources also have to be processed into electricity right where they're found. These different characteristics make non renewable energy cheaper to produce. A hundred years ago there was so much oil & gas & coal that no one thought much about it running out and it was so easy to use there was not much interest in the harder much more expensive renewable sources. Nowdays with the polution problem and with fossill fuels getting more scarce and expensive and with advances in technology, renewable sources are looking more and more attractive.
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Is geothermal a fossil fuel?
No, geothermal energy is not a fossil fuel. It is considered a renewable, sustainable energy source because it utilizes heat from the Earth's core to generate electricity or heating, rather than burning fossil fuels.
Is gunpowder non-renewable?
Gunpowder is not considered non-renewable because it is a mixture of commonly available materials, such as potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur, which can be manufactured or synthesized rather than exhausted like fossil fuels. It can be produced as needed as long as the raw materials are available.
What are two reasons people need alternative energy resources rather than continuing to use fossil fuels?
We will eventually run out of oil from fossil fuels because it is finite. Worldwide, scientists believe that there is only 500 years of fossil fuels left at the current population increase level. The second reason is that burning these fuels increase greenhouse gases that warm the planet.
Why should you be careful using natural resources?
1. MANY NATURAL RESOURCES CAN BE USED UP FOREVERBecause many of our natural resources are not renewable - as in, once they run out, they'll be gone. Another reason is that if something should happen to them - for example, dangerous chemicals in our water - the damage will be at the best, expensive, and at the worst, permanent. Finally, our natural resources are important to more things than just us - they are also vital for animal and plant species. Here is Wikipedia's description of non-renewable natural resources:"A non-renewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be re-made or re-grown. Often fossil fuels, such as coal, petroleum and natural gas are considered non-renewable resources, as they do not naturally re-form at a rate that makes the way we use them sustainable. This is as opposed to natural resources such as timber, which re-grows naturally and can, in theory, be harvested sustainably at a constant rate without depleting the existing resource pool. In this sense, all mined resources, stone, metals, uranium, and various other materials and minerals should be considered non renewable."2. WE ARE USING UP THESE RESOURCES TOO MUCHWhat's bad is that we are over-using our non-renewable natural resources! "Natural resources such as coal, oil, or natural gas, take millions of years to form naturally and cannot be replaced as fast as they are consumed. Eventually they will be used up. At present, the main energy sources used by humans are non-renewable; renewable resources, such as solar, tidal, wind, and geothermal power, have so far been less exploited. Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas generate a considerable amount of energy when they are burnt (the process of combustion)."3. WE DON'T NEED THESE RESOURCES AS MUCH AS WE THINK WE DOWhat are we using these non-renewable resources for? For the most part, energy - keeping our cars running, our air conditioners working, and our ceiling lights on. The problem is that we in North America are using way more energy than we need. We're wasting it, basically. There are alternatives, and I've pasted a link with more information in the sources section.4. USING THESE RESOURCES DOESN'T JUST HURT THE RESOURCES, IT HURTS THE ENVIRONMENTAnother problem is that non-renewable resources are high in carbon, and this means that when we use them as fuels, their carbon goes into our atmosphere. There, it sits like a blanket and keeps heat from the sun close to the earth, rather than letting it "bounce back" to outer space. So our summers and winters get steadily hotter, our weather gets more turbulent (more hurricanes, for example) and places that help keep us cooler - like the North Pole - start melting dangerously.Basically, we generally think that "everything will be okay" - but it isn't that simple. We're using things up, now more than ever, and that's why we should be careful!
Is paint a renewable resource?
no it is not a renewable resource as it is not a resource!
Which is an advantage of obtaining energy from the wind rather than from fossil fuels?
wind is a renewable energy source ,while fossil fuels are nonrenewable .
What are ten alternative energy resources rather than fossil fuels?
Solar. Wind.
Is geothermal a fossil fuel?
No, geothermal energy is not a fossil fuel. It is considered a renewable, sustainable energy source because it utilizes heat from the Earth's core to generate electricity or heating, rather than burning fossil fuels.
What are two other benefits of using hydroelectiric rather than fossil fuels as a source of energy?
The enerrgy is cleaner and it is a renewable resource
Why country should not depend on the sale of non-renewable resources to sustain their livelihood?
This is because, after all their non-renewable resources is no more, they can not survive. They should rather buy non-renewable resources from another country to keep their livelihood sustainable. After all the other countries' resources have depleted, they can sell away their resources and earn a lot of money, which is what United States of America is doing.
How can you go greener?
you can go greener by turning off your television fully rather than leaving it on standby. also, you can buy energy saving resources like energy daving bulbs and you can become greener by using renewable resources insted of using non renewable resources
If a resource is non-renewable does it mean that there is only a small quantity of it?
Not necessarily; a non-renewable resource can exist in large quantities, but it is finite and cannot be replenished on a human timescale once depleted. Examples include fossil fuels like coal and oil, which may be abundant but take millions of years to form. The critical issue with non-renewable resources is their eventual exhaustion due to continued extraction and consumption, rather than their initial quantity.
What are two advantages of using biodiesel rather than normal diesel?
1) It is environmentally friendly 2) It is made from renewable resources
What are biobased products?
Biobased products are made from renewable biological resources, such as plants and animals, rather than fossil fuels. These products are environmentally friendly, usually biodegradable, and can help reduce our reliance on nonrenewable resources. Examples include bioplastics, biofuels, and natural fibers.
Is machinery nonrenewable?
Machinery itself is not classified as renewable or nonrenewable; rather, it is a product made from various materials that can be either renewable or nonrenewable. The resources used to create machinery, such as metals and fossil fuels, are often nonrenewable. However, machinery can be recycled or repurposed, contributing to a more sustainable lifecycle. Ultimately, the sustainability of machinery depends on the materials used and how they are managed at the end of their useful life.
Is charcoal renewable resources?
Yes. Charcoal is produced by burning wood in kilns that restrict the oxygen, so causing the wood to smoulder rather than burn. It is renewable as tree planting and forestry is continuous.
Why do you use biomass rather than using fossil fuel?
Using biomass as a renewable energy source reduces greenhouse gas emissions and helps mitigate climate change. Biomass is also a sustainable option as it can be continuously replenished, unlike finite fossil fuels. Additionally, using biomass can support local economies by creating jobs in the farming and forestry industries.
