Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources

Grade 4 Science Worksheet - Challenge Me

Circle the answer.

1. 1.

   Which is an effect of drilling for oil in the ocean?

   • the ocean water runs out
   • the wind stops over the ocean
   • spills can harm sea animals
   • the ocean gets more fish
2. 2.

   Solar panels make no smoke. What is one limit of solar energy?

   • panels must burn coal to start
   • panels give off smoke on cloudy days
   • sunlight will run out in a few years
   • panels make little electricity at night
3. 3.

   A family can save energy in two ways: LED bulbs (use less power) or a bigger TV. Which helps, and why?

   • neither, because bulbs do not use power
   • a bigger TV, because it shows more
   • a bigger TV, because it makes more light
   • LED bulbs, because they need less electricity
4. 4.

   Which choice uses a renewable resource to cook food?

   • an oil-burning stove
   • a charcoal grill
   • a gas stove
   • a solar oven in the sun
5. 5.

   Why does using less electricity at home help the air, even with no smokestack at home?

   • home lights give off smoke
   • using less electricity makes more wind
   • electricity is made inside each lamp
   • much electricity comes from power plants that burn fuel