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What is the definition of a resource?

Something that is only used by humans
Something that cannot be used
Something that can be used, such as energy or materials (correct)
Something that is only found in nature

What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?

They can be replaced quickly
They have unlimited supply
They can be used only once (correct)
They are abundant in nature

What happens to rubbish that is not put in a bin or recycled?

It is recycled
It becomes litter (correct)
It is used to produce electricity
It is reused

What is a consequence of using non-renewable resources excessively?

They will soon be gone forever (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a renewable resource?

Sunlight (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of using landfill sites?

Production of poisonous gases, such as methane and carbon dioxide (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why litter is dangerous?

Because it can carry germs which make people and animals ill (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can be recycled many times?

Glass (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why should we recycle rubbish?

Because throwing things away when we have finished with them causes pollution and wastes valuable materials (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is crude oil used to make?

Paints, detergents, plastics, synthetic rubber and pesticides (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens when tiny plants and animals that lived in the sea died?

They sank to the bottom of the sea and became buried by mud and sand (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is found in a layer above the oil when drilling for oil?

Natural gas (A) Signup and view all the answers

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