Energy Resources
What are Energy Resources?
Energy resources are sources that provide energy for heating, lighting, transport, and running machines.
Types of Energy Resources
1. Non-Renewable Energy Resources
These resources can run out because they take millions of years to form.
Coal
Oil (Petroleum)
Natural Gas
Nuclear Fuel (Uranium)
Advantages:
Produce large amounts of energy.
Easy to transport and use.
Disadvantages:
Limited supply.
Cause pollution and climate change.
2. Renewable Energy Resources
These resources can be replaced naturally and do not run out easily.
Solar Energy ☀️
Wind Energy 🌬️
Hydroelectric Energy 💧
Geothermal Energy 🌍
Biomass Energy 🌱
Advantages:
Environment-friendly.
Renewable and sustainable.
Disadvantages:
Some depend on weather conditions.
Initial setup can be expensive.
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Estimate the number of years left until the non-renewable energy is used up completely.
Is it possible to turn non-renewable energy into renewable energy? Why do we still use non-renewable energy if it’s bad for the environment?