North America - Resources Flashcards by Anton Soloshenko | Brainscape

Q

What are some nonrenewable resources?

A

Coal, iron, and more.

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What are some renewable resources?

A

Lumber, food, energy, and more.

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What is Clear-cutting?

A

The complete removal of trees from a forest.

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What is most coal burned for?

A

Energy.

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Q

A problem with nuclear energy is ___.

A

Waste disposal.

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