Social Studies: Natural Resources and Wealth
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of renewable resources?

    <p>They are more expensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of renewable resources?

    <p>They can be replenished in a person's lifespan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an advantage of non-renewable resources?

    <p>They are inexpensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?

    <p>They cause pollution and global warming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do natural resources generate wealth?

    <p>By providing jobs and raw materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to protect and conserve natural resources?

    <p>To preserve human and animal life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?

    <p>They take millions of years to replenish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?

    <p>They are cost-efficient over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They produce greenhouse gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are non-renewable resources limited?

    <p>They take millions of years to replenish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of using renewable resources for energy?

    <p>They improve public health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reason why natural resources promote trading?

    <p>Resources are unequally distributed around the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to conserve non-renewable resources?

    <p>To ensure that future generations will be able to access these resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?

    <p>There is a limited supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Renewable resources can be replenished in a person's lifespan, while non-renewable resources take hundreds of years to replenish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They are cleaner and safer for the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They may not be available all year round due to unpredictable weather conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an economic benefit of using renewable resources?

    <p>They provide more jobs and economic benefits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They take hundreds of years to replenish before they can be used again.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They can be replenished naturally over time and are environmentally friendly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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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