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What is a natural resource?
What is a natural resource?
- A type of metal
- A renewable resource
- A gift of nature that can be used to produce goods and services (correct)
- A human-made product
What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
- They are cleaner and safer for the environment
- They can be replenished naturally over time
- They provide more jobs and economic benefits
- They cannot be replaced by natural growth or human actions (correct)
What is an advantage of renewable resources?
What is an advantage of renewable resources?
- They are less expensive
- They are only available at night
- They are environmentally friendly (correct)
- They provide less jobs and economic benefits
What is an example of a renewable resource?
What is an example of a renewable resource?
What is a disadvantage of renewable resources?
What is a disadvantage of renewable resources?
What is a characteristic of renewable resources?
What is a characteristic of renewable resources?
What is an advantage of non-renewable resources?
What is an advantage of non-renewable resources?
What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?
What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?
How do natural resources generate wealth?
How do natural resources generate wealth?
Why is it important to protect and conserve natural resources?
Why is it important to protect and conserve natural resources?
What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?
What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?
What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?
What is a major environmental consequence of using non-renewable resources?
What is a major environmental consequence of using non-renewable resources?
Why are non-renewable resources limited?
Why are non-renewable resources limited?
What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?
What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?
What is a reason why natural resources promote trading?
What is a reason why natural resources promote trading?
Why is it important to conserve non-renewable resources?
Why is it important to conserve non-renewable resources?
What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?
What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?
What is a key difference between renewable and non-renewable resources in terms of replenishment?
What is a key difference between renewable and non-renewable resources in terms of replenishment?
Which of the following is a reason why renewable resources are considered environmentally friendly?
Which of the following is a reason why renewable resources are considered environmentally friendly?
What is a challenge associated with the use of renewable resources?
What is a challenge associated with the use of renewable resources?
What is an economic benefit of using renewable resources?
What is an economic benefit of using renewable resources?
What is a reason why non-renewable resources are limited?
What is a reason why non-renewable resources are limited?
Why are renewable resources considered a sustainable option for energy production?
Why are renewable resources considered a sustainable option for energy production?
Study Notes
Natural Resources
- Natural resources are gifts from nature, utilized to produce goods and services.
- Examples include: trees, wood, sunshine, soil, water, plants, metals, animals, oil, and coal.
Types of Resources
Non-Renewable Resources
- Defined as resources that cannot be naturally replenished in a human lifespan.
- Once depleted, they are permanently gone.
- Examples: oil, coal, natural gas.
Renewable Resources
- Can be replenished naturally over time within a human lifespan.
- Examples: sunlight, air, water, soil, plants, geothermal energy, wind, and biomass.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Renewable Resources
- Advantages:
- Environmentally friendly and cleaner.
- Improves public health.
- Easily replenished and provides economic benefits and job creation.
- Disadvantages:
- Higher initial costs.
- Intermittent availability (i.e., affected by weather conditions such as sunlight availability and drought).
Advantages and Disadvantages of Non-Renewable Resources
- Advantages:
- Generally inexpensive and create jobs.
- High demand and can yield large profits for individuals and nations.
- Disadvantages:
- Limited supply, taking millions of years to replenish.
- Contribute to pollution, global warming, greenhouse gas emissions, and acid rain, impacting both human and animal health.
Economic Impact of Natural Resources
- Create job opportunities and provide essential raw materials for national development.
- Renewable energy resources are cost-efficient over time for both individuals and governments.
- The unequal distribution of natural resources fosters international trade.
Importance of Conservation
- Protecting and conserving natural resources helps preserve human and animal life.
- Essential for maintaining biodiversity and ensuring availability for future generations.
- Non-renewable resources have a limited quantity, emphasizing the need for their careful management.
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This quiz covers natural resources that can be used to produce goods and services, including renewable and non-renewable resources, and their characteristics.
