Energy Resources

Describe the main energy resources available for use on Earth, including fossil fuels, nuclear fuel, biofuel, wind, hydroelectricity, tides, and solar power.
Distinguish between renewable energy resources (which can be replenished as they are used) and non-renewable resources (which are finite, such as coal, crude oil, natural gas, and nuclear fuel).
Compare the different ways in which these energy resources are captured and utilized for power and heating.
Evaluate the use of various energy resources by taking into account factors like reliability, economic cost, and environmental impact.
Explain patterns and trends in data regarding the global or local use of energy resources.
Interpret data containing large energy quantities using appropriate standard prefixes (kilo, mega, giga, tera).

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