Earth's Resources and Their Impact
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Which of the following are classified as non-renewable resources?

  • Fossil Fuels (correct)
  • Running Water
  • Natural Fish Stocks
  • Trees

What is a short-term effect of overfishing?

  • Desertification of land
  • Soil contamination
  • Immediate decrease in fish population (correct)
  • Climate change

How do trees contribute to human needs?

  • They are used for making plastics.
  • They directly supply drinking water.
  • They provide materials for buildings and furniture. (correct)
  • They are used for generating electricity.

What is a significant long-term effect of natural resource extraction?

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What role does running water play in meeting human needs?

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What is a common perception held by wealthy countries regarding natural resources?

<p>Natural resources can be owned and utilized for any purpose. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective aligns with the traditional Indigenous view of land use?

<p>Humans are caretakers of the land with responsibilities towards it. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a response to the social or environmental challenges of resource use?

<p>Adoption of renewable energy sources like solar and wind. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a misconception about natural resources that contributes to their exploitation?

<p>They exist solely for human exploitation and profit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'ethical products' in the context of resource use?

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Renewable Resources

Resources that can be replenished naturally over a relatively short period of time.

Non-renewable Resources

Resources that are finite and take a very long time to form, making them essentially non-replaceable on a human timescale.

Flow Resources

Resources that are constantly renewed or replenished by natural processes, like water, wind, and sunlight.

Natural Resource Extraction/Harvesting

The removal of natural resources from the environment for human use, often involving techniques like mining, logging, or fishing.

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Effects of Resource Extraction/Harvesting

The negative consequences of using natural resources that can affect both people and the environment, often leading to resource depletion and environmental damage.

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Resource Exploitation

The belief that natural resources can be owned and used without limits for profit.

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Indigenous Stewardship

Indigenous traditions often view humans as caretakers of the land, responsible for its well-being and future generations.

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Anthropocentrism

A belief system that sees humans as separate from nature and having dominion over it for their own benefit.

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Plunder of Resources

The act of taking natural resources without considering the long-term consequences for the environment or future generations.

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Human Dominion Over Nature

The idea that human societies have the right to use and exploit natural resources for their own needs.

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Study Notes

Earth's Resources

  • Renewable resources: trees, natural fish stocks, soil, plants
  • Non-renewable resources: fossil fuels, metallic minerals
  • Flow resources: solar, running water, ocean currents, tides, wind

Human Use of the Environment

  • Building materials: rock
  • Furniture/paper: wood
  • Fuel: wood, fossil fuels
  • Heating/cooling: fossil fuels
  • Industry: fossil fuels, electricity
  • Vehicles: fossil fuels
  • Electricity generation: water, fossil fuels, nuclear
  • Food: animals
  • Clothing: animals
  • Recreation: animals, natural areas

Effects of Resource Use

  • Long-term effects:
    • Soil erosion
    • Desertification
    • Smog
    • Acid rain
    • Climate change
    • Soil contamination
    • Habitat destruction
  • Short-term effects:
    • Mining can reduce fish populations and marine vegetation
    • Overfishing decreases fish populations in an area
    • Mass-produced crops can lead to soil overuse
    • Desertification leads to agricultural land loss
    • Drought causes lack of water and food, economic loss, displacement
    • Soil erosion results in loss of forests and vegetation's inability to grow

Different Perspectives on Resource Use

  • Some believe all natural resources can be used for any purpose
  • Others (e.g., indigenous communities) believe in caring for and respecting nature, not exploiting it.

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This quiz explores the various types of Earth's resources, including renewable, non-renewable, and flow resources. Additionally, it examines human usage of these resources and the long-term and short-term effects of such exploitation on the environment. Test your knowledge on how we interact with our planet's resources!

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