Renewable and Non-Renewable Resources

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What is the characteristic of renewable resources?

They are limited in quantity and cannot be replaced.

They can be replenished naturally over time. (correct)

They are non-sustainable and deplete the earth's supply.

They are only found in urban areas.

What is an example of a primary industry?

Banking

Healthcare

Manufacturing

Farming (correct)

What is the goal of reduce, reuse, recycle?

To increase consumption and waste.

To increase the use of non-renewable resources.

To minimize waste and conserve resources for future generations. (correct)

To reduce the production of raw materials.

What is a challenge companies face when implementing reduce, reuse, recycle?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of resources are coal, oil, and natural gas?

Non-renewable resources (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of industry provides services to businesses and consumers?

Tertiary industry (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of considering the connections in an ecosystem?

To preserve biodiversity and ecosystem services (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge in managing ecosystems?

Balancing different interests (D) Signup and view all the answers

What technique is used in agriculture to enhance efficiency?

Crop rotation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a negative environmental impact of farming?

Soil erosion (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic that defines renewable energy sources?

Being replenished naturally (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant environmental consequence of bitumen extraction and production?

Deforestation and water pollution (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of silviculture in forestry?

To ensure sustainable timber production (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a long-term goal of forestry operations?

To seek certification for sustainable practices (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of solar power?

High initial costs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of wind power?

Electricity generation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of sustainable yield management?

To meet our needs without harming future generations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of non-renewable energy sources?

Being finite and running out eventually (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of stock assessments in fishing?

To determine sustainable catch levels (C) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes old growth forests?

Large, mature trees and rich biodiversity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the aridity index a measure of?

The ratio of precipitation to potential evapotranspiration (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the continental shelf?

The shallow seabed surrounding continents (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consequence of overfishing?

The depletion of fish populations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of fossil fuels?

They are non-renewable resources formed over millions of years (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the reserve-to-production (R/P) ratio?

To determine how long known reserves of a fossil fuel will last (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major concern associated with fracking?

Water contamination and seismic activity (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is sustainability crucial in the use of natural resources?

To ensure that future generations have access to the same resources (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if natural resources are not managed properly?

Habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using resources sustainably?

Protection of the environment and reduction of our impact on ecosystems (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of sustainable practices in businesses?

Cost savings and increased efficiency (A) Signup and view all the answers