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Energy resources
Sources of energy that can be used to generate power
Renewable energy resources
Those that can be replenished naturally over time
Solar energy
Energy from the sun can be used by using solar panels
Wind energy
Energy generated by wind turbines that convert wind movement into electricity
Hydropower
Energy derived from the movement of water normals dams
Biomass
Organic materials,plants and animals used for fuels
Geothermal
Heat from within Earth used for heating and electricity generation
non renewable sources
Sources that dont replenish at a substantial rate
Fossil fuels
Coal oil natural gas formed from remains of ancient animals and plants
Nuclear energy
Energy releases from nuclear reactions like stars/sun or fission
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