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What is the primary characteristic of renewable resources?
What is the primary characteristic of renewable resources?
- They are finite and can be depleted easily.
- They require human intervention to sustain.
- They are derived solely from human activity.
- They regenerate naturally through balanced Earth systems. (correct)
Which of the following is NOT considered a natural resource?
Which of the following is NOT considered a natural resource?
- Solar energy
- Manufactured products (correct)
- Air
- Clean water
What ensures the availability of clean water and fertile soil in natural ecosystems?
What ensures the availability of clean water and fertile soil in natural ecosystems?
- Harmonious interactions among Earth's physical and biological components (correct)
- Monoculture farming practices
- Human interventions and technological advancements
- Overexploitation of resources
What could potentially disrupt the natural flow of matter and energy in Earth’s systems?
What could potentially disrupt the natural flow of matter and energy in Earth’s systems?
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Why are natural resources important for human life?
Why are natural resources important for human life?
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Natural Resources
- Natural resources encompass materials, energy, and their characteristics that stem from the Earth.
- They play a significant role in enhancing the quality of human life through their utility and value.
- The interplay among soils, plants, animals, solar energy, and water is crucial for sustaining natural resources.
- Key natural resources include clean water and fertile soil, essential for agriculture and human consumption.
Renewable Resources
- Renewable resources arise from natural processes characterized by the interaction between physical and biological elements of Earth’s systems.
- These resources are capable of regenerating autonomously, provided the balance of matter and energy flow is maintained.
- Human activities or natural disasters that disrupt this balance can hinder the regeneration of renewable resources.
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