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What are the two types of natural resources?
What are the two types of natural resources?
Which of the following is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
Which of the following is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
What is one way in which natural resources benefit us?
What is one way in which natural resources benefit us?
When was oil discovered in Brunei, and what significance did it have?
When was oil discovered in Brunei, and what significance did it have?
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What is the primary purpose of communication resources?
What is the primary purpose of communication resources?
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Non-renewable resources are natural resources that can _______ and _______ easily.
Non-renewable resources are natural resources that can _______ and _______ easily.
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Renewable resources are natural resources that will not run out but _______.
Renewable resources are natural resources that will not run out but _______.
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Oil was discovered in _______ and _______ by two men, _______.
Oil was discovered in _______ and _______ by two men, _______.
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The discovery of oil in Seria made Brunei a _______ country.
The discovery of oil in Seria made Brunei a _______ country.
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The _______ is the biggest star in the universe.
The _______ is the biggest star in the universe.
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Study Notes
Chapter 7: What are Resources?
- Natural resources are divided into two types: renewable and non-renewable.
- Non-renewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished easily.
- Renewable resources are natural resources that can be renewed over time.
- Natural resources benefit us in various ways: providing water for drinking and agriculture, supplying food, providing raw materials for construction and industry, and serving as a source of energy.
Chapter 8: Resources of Brunei
- Oil was discovered in Seria and Brunei by two men, F.F. Mariott and T.G. Cochrane.
- In the 20th century, oil companies suspected that Brunei had oil due to the presence of oil on the surface of the river.
- Oil companies drilled in locations like Miri and Labuan, but found no oil.
- In 1926, two British men, F.F. Mariott and T.G. Cochrane, discovered oil while cycling along the river from Belait.
- The discovery of oil in Seria in 1929 transformed Brunei into a wealthy country.
Chapter 12: Globes and Maps
- The Sun is the biggest star in the universe.
What are Resources?
- There are two types of natural resources: renewable and non-renewable.
- Non-renewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished easily.
- Renewable resources are natural resources that will not run out, but can be depleted if not managed properly.
- Natural resources benefit us by providing: drinking water, food to eat, building materials, and a source of energy.
Resources of Brunei
- Oil was discovered in Seria and the Belait District in 1929, by two industry workers, F.F. Marriott and T.G. Cochrane.
- Oil companies had suspected that Brunei possessed oil in the early 1900s, due to the presence of oil on the surface of rivers.
- Despite drilling in various locations, like Miri and Tutong, oil was not found until 1929. This discovery made Brunei a wealthy country.
Our Resources are Limited
- The discovery of oil in Brunei greatly impacted the country's economy, but it also made the nation heavily dependent on a non-renewable resource.
- The overuse of natural resources can have serious consequences, leading to issues like dwindling reserves and environmental damage.
Globes and Maps
- The Sun is the biggest star in the universe.
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Explore the concepts of renewable and non-renewable resources as discussed in Chapter 7. Additionally, learn about the historical discovery of oil in Brunei, highlighting key figures and locations from Chapter 8. This quiz will test your understanding of natural resources and their significance.
