Social Studies: Natural Resources and Wealth

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What is a natural resource?

A gift of nature that can be used to produce goods and services

What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?

They cannot be replaced by natural growth or human actions

What is an advantage of renewable resources?

They are environmentally friendly

What is an example of a renewable resource?

air

What is a disadvantage of renewable resources?

They are more expensive

What is a characteristic of renewable resources?

They can be replenished in a person's lifespan

What is an advantage of non-renewable resources?

They are inexpensive

What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?

They cause pollution and global warming

How do natural resources generate wealth?

By providing jobs and raw materials

Why is it important to protect and conserve natural resources?

To preserve human and animal life

What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?

They take millions of years to replenish

What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?

They are cost-efficient over time

What is a major environmental consequence of using non-renewable resources?

They produce greenhouse gases

Why are non-renewable resources limited?

They take millions of years to replenish

What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?

They improve public health

What is a reason why natural resources promote trading?

Resources are unequally distributed around the world

Why is it important to conserve non-renewable resources?

To ensure that future generations will be able to access these resources

What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?

There is a limited supply

What is a key difference between renewable and non-renewable resources in terms of replenishment?

Renewable resources can be replenished in a person's lifespan, while non-renewable resources take hundreds of years to replenish.

Which of the following is a reason why renewable resources are considered environmentally friendly?

They are cleaner and safer for the environment.

What is a challenge associated with the use of renewable resources?

They may not be available all year round due to unpredictable weather conditions.

What is an economic benefit of using renewable resources?

They provide more jobs and economic benefits.

What is a reason why non-renewable resources are limited?

They take hundreds of years to replenish before they can be used again.

Why are renewable resources considered a sustainable option for energy production?

They can be replenished naturally over time and are environmentally friendly.

This quiz covers natural resources that can be used to produce goods and services, including renewable and non-renewable resources, and their characteristics.

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