Natural Resources and Energy Sources
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What is the primary characteristic of renewable resources?

  • They take millions of years to regenerate.
  • They naturally generate within a lifespan, typically 100 years or less. (correct)
  • They are always in abundance regardless of consumption.
  • They can be synthesized from non-renewable resources.

    • Which statement accurately describes non-renewable resources?

  • They are generally abundant and do not deplete over time.
  • They can be replenished quickly through natural processes.
  • They include resources that are derived from renewable sources.
  • They cannot be re-made at a scale comparable to their consumption. (correct)

    • How are natural resources essential for both humans and wildlife?

  • They are primarily used for decoration in homes and buildings.
  • They only benefit industrial applications and have no role in ecosystems.
  • They are created specifically for human consumption.
  • They are critical for the survival of both humans and wildlife by providing necessary materials. (correct)

    • What does recycling involve?

    <p>Returning materials to a previous stage through a systematic process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about fossil fuels?

    <p>They were formed relatively recently in geological terms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the decline of the manufacturing sector in Canada?

    <p>Outsourcing to countries with cheaper labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a tariff?

    <p>A tax imposed by a country on imported or exported goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NAFTA stand for?

    <p>North American Free Trade Agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of trade balance does Canada typically have?

    <p>Negative trade balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action can help improve competitiveness in Canadian manufacturing?

    <p>Develop an industrial strategy that builds on strengths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is primarily responsible for the increase in greenhouse gases?

    <p>Industrialization and burning of fossil fuels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are greenhouse gases known to do?

    <p>Trap heat and warm the planet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of climate change?

    <p>Intensification of droughts and wildfires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one proposed solution to enhance worker skills in Canada?

    <p>Increase investment in training and apprenticeships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which industry is identified as a contributor to global warming due to its low fuel economy?

    <p>Automotive industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way individuals can reduce resource consumption in their daily lives?

    <p>Use reusable shopping bags</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of sustainable forest management in Canada?

    <p>Generates immediate financial returns for forest companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Canada’s forest land is public, government-owned?

    <p>94%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one aspect of Canadian agriculture considered unsustainable?

    <p>High greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle is emphasized in the sustainable management of Canada's fisheries?

    <p>Science-based management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended action for rethinking personal technology purchases?

    <p>Purchase electronics only when necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is zero tillage considered a sustainable farming method?

    <p>It saves fuel and labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge does climate change present to the Canadian farming industry?

    <p>Unpredictable weather affecting planting schedules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of responsibility do companies have regarding their environmental impact?

    <p>Obey local laws and maximize returns for owners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a negative impact of mining in Canada?

    <p>Generates significant amounts of solid waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can individuals contribute to sustainability regarding their food choices?

    <p>Buy locally grown vegetables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Oceana Canada's 2024 Fishery Audit indicate about wild fish stocks?

    <p>17% of stocks are critically depleted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of sustainable forest management (SFM) in Canada?

    <p>Balancing current uses with future benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does mining have on global warming?

    <p>It produces many emissions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a concern regarding mining companies?

    <p>They commonly disregard Indigenous rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of technologies is the mining industry investing in?

    <p>Green technologies like electric vehicles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about Canada's renewable energy is true?

    <p>66% of Canada's electricity came from renewable sources in 2022.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main reasons Canadians prefer to buy Canadian-made products?

    <p>It supports local businesses and the economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical location factor for manufacturers concerning delivery?

    <p>Location of customers for shorter delivery times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is affecting Canadian manufacturing jobs today?

    <p>A greater need for higher-skilled workers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which political factor influences the location of manufacturing in Canada?

    <p>Government grants to attract businesses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following has contributed to the decline of manufacturing in Canada since the 21st century?

    <p>Globalization and free trade agreements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a likely consequence of relying heavily on natural gas for power generation in Canada?

    <p>It could lock Canada into an emissions pathway incompatible with climate targets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does location to freshwater play in manufacturing?

    <p>Manufacturers require it for operations like cleaning and cooling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advantage do local manufacturers have when they source raw materials nearby?

    <p>Decreases overall production costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the just-in-time (JIT) delivery system play in manufacturing?

    <p>Makes production more efficient by reducing storage needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding Canada's electricity generation?

    <p>Canada is a global leader in hydroelectricity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process through which coal is formed?

    <p>Heat and pressure transform dead plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is a major disadvantage of nuclear energy?

    <p>Risk of catastrophic failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of renewable energy sources?

    <p>They are always available and do not produce pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hydropower primarily utilizes which form of energy to generate electricity?

    <p>The kinetic energy of falling or flowing water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the pros of using wind energy?

    <p>Least expensive source of electric power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which renewable energy source is described as using heat from the Earth's mantle?

    <p>Geothermal power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common disadvantage of solar energy?

    <p>Irregular supply of energy due to weather conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which forms of energy are derived from biological materials?

    <p>Biomass and fossil fuels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following industries involves the processing of primary products into finished goods?

    <p>Secondary industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the significant environmental concerns associated with conventional fossil fuels?

    <p>Massive greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically a pro of hydropower?

    <p>Disruption of wildlife habitats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes geothermal energy from other renewable sources?

    <p>Utilizes heat from within the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of renewable energy source uses turbines turned by wind to generate electricity?

    <p>Wind power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of tertiary industries in the economy?

    <p>They provide services that support primary and secondary industries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of basic industries?

    <p>They bring new money into the local economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the multiplier effect relate to basic and non-basic jobs?

    <p>It shows how basic job creation enhances non-basic job availability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which resource type best describes natural gas?

    <p>Non-Renewable Resource</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of recycling materials?

    <p>It reduces the amount of waste going to landfills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions falls under reducing as a waste management strategy?

    <p>Choosing to buy fewer fast-fashion items.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be categorized as a flow resource?

    <p>River Flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of reusing materials?

    <p>It may lead to lower quality of reused items.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of industries employ the greatest percentage of Canadians?

    <p>Tertiary Industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a basic industry?

    <p>An auto manufacturer exporting cars to another country.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term conservation refer to in the context of resource management?

    <p>The careful management of resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of the 3 Rs framework?

    <p>To reduce resource consumption and waste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason for individuals to rethink their use of resources?

    <p>To influence market supply and demand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the relationship between primary and secondary industries?

    <p>Secondary industries depend on raw materials from primary industries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Natural Resources: Definition & Examples

    • A natural resource is a resource occurring naturally in nature, not man-made, used by people.
    • Humans use natural resources to create goods necessary for survival.
    • Plants and wildlife rely on some of the same resources.
    • Often used as raw materials for manufactured goods.
    • Recycling returns material to an earlier stage through a process.

    Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources

    • Renewable resources: Regenerate naturally within 100 years or less.
    • Non-renewable resources: Take millions of years to regenerate.

    Types of Energy Sources

    Non-Renewable Energy Resources (Fossil Fuels)

    • Coal: The most abundant fossil fuel, formed from ancient plant remains.
    • Oil and Natural Gas: Formed from ancient sea animals and plants, accessed through drilling.
      • Pros: Cost-effective, plentiful, inexpensive, locatable, reliable.
      • Cons: Large greenhouse gas emissions, waste heat, habitat loss, pollution.
    • Nuclear Energy: Created from nuclear fission using uranium.
      • Pros: Zero carbon dioxide emissions, readily available technology, powerful and efficient.
      • Cons: Extremely dangerous, risk of catastrophic failure, uranium is scarce and non-renewable, lengthy power plant construction.

    Renewable Energy Resources

    • Renewable energy sources are sustainable, environmentally friendly, and non-polluting. -Solar, geothermal, hydroelectric, biomass, and wind.

    Hydropower

    • Generated by falling or flowing water's kinetic energy.
    • Most widely used renewable energy.
    • Dams create reservoirs and force water through tunnels, turning turbines to generate electricity.
      • Pros: Readily available, low failure rates and operating costs, clean fuel source, extremely efficient, no resource depletion, domestic energy source, flood control, recreational resource.
      • Cons: Expensive, high hazard risk, disrupts wildlife and habitat.

    Solar Power

    • Converts solar irradiance (solar energy) into electricity.
    • Active: Uses technology to focus sunlight.
    • Passive: Uses natural sunlight.
      • Pros: Renewable, abundant, sustainable.
      • Cons: Expensive, irregular supply, requires space.

    Geothermal Power

    • Uses Earth's internal heat.
    • Geothermal reservoirs are heated by magma, producing steam to power electricity.
      • Pros: Renewable, available indefinitely, low maintenance, no visual pollution.
      • Cons: Few government incentives, expensive initial costs, significantly delayed payback

    Biomass

    • Biological material from living or recently dead organisms (wood, waste, hydrogen, alcohol fuels).
    • Converted to energy through combustion, thermochemical, and chemical conversions.

    Wind Power

    • Harness wind's kinetic energy using turbines.
    • Pros: Clean, renewable, long-term payoff, least expensive source of electricity.
    • Cons: Inconsistent, limited locations, limited power storage, expensive installation

    Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, & Quaternary Industries

    • PRIMARY: Extracts raw materials from the environment (e.g., mining, forestry, farming).
    • SECONDARY: Processes primary industry products into finished goods (e.g., manufacturing, construction).
    • TERTIARY: Provides services to others (e.g., retail, healthcare, education).
    • QUATERNARY: Includes knowledge-based or technological services (e.g., research, development).

    Basic vs. Non-Basic Industries

    • Basic: Sells to people outside the local community, bringing new money.
    • Non-basic: Sells to people within the local community, recycling existing money.

    Multiplier Effect

    • The ratio of basic to non-basic jobs, showing the impact of basic job creation.

    Canadian Industries

    • Forestry, Fishing, Farming, Mining, Energy, Manufacturing.

    Free Trade & Manufacturing in Canada

    • Free Trade: System of trade without import taxes.
    • Tariffs: Taxes on imported/exported goods.
    • NAFTA: Agreement between Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.
    • Trade Balance: Difference between imports and exports. Canada typically has a negative trade balance.

    Factors threatening Canadian factories

    • Rise of Asian manufacturers, higher operating costs, decline in Canadian currency value, reliance on outdated facilities.

    Solutions for Manufacturing Decline in Canada

    • Reduce business costs, develop an industrial strategy, use government procurement, develop North American markets, incorporate sustainability goals into policies, improve skills development, invest in technology, restructure hiring and compensation.

    Climate Change and Environmental Concerns

    • Climate Change: Increase in average global temperature.
    • Greenhouse Gases: Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere (CO2, methane).
    • Global Warming Causes: Industrialization, automotive industry, oil companies, power plants, logging.
    • Consequences: Catastrophic weather, rising sea levels, more frequent heat waves, droughts, and wildfires, species extinction.

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    Explore the definitions and examples of natural resources, differentiating between renewable and non-renewable resources. This quiz will also cover various types of energy sources, including fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas. Understand their advantages and disadvantages in our lives.

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