Sustainable Development and Resource Types Quiz

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A renewable resource is defined as _______

  • A source that cannot be replenished
  • A source that can be replenished (correct)
  • A source that is only available seasonally
  • A source that is permanently depleted

Which of the following is classified as a non-renewable resource?

  • Fossil fuel (correct)
  • Wind energy
  • Hydropower
  • Solar energy

Sustainable development is best described as _______

  • Development that exploits resources without concern
  • Development that keeps resources for future generations (correct)
  • Development that prioritizes urban expansion
  • Development that maximizes current resource usage

The four golden rules of conservation are _______

<p>Reduce, reuse, recycle, refine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Judicious development refers to _______

<p>Development that uses resources wisely (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of renewable resources? _______

<p>Solar energy and wind energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Resource Types

  • A renewable resource can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy or wind.
  • A non-renewable resource cannot be replenished within a human timeframe, examples include fossil fuels like coal and oil.

Sustainable Development

  • Sustainable development is focused on meeting the needs of current generations while preserving resources for future generations.
  • Judicious development emphasizes using resources wisely and responsibly rather than solely focusing on economic growth.

Conservation Principles

  • The four golden rules of conservation include:
    • Reduce: Minimize waste and consumption.
    • Reuse: Find new uses for items instead of discarding them.
    • Recycle: Process materials to create new products.
    • Refine: Improve processes to reduce resource consumption.

Resource Examples

  • Minerals and forests are examples of natural resources.
  • Examples of renewable resources include wind, solar energy, and biomass.

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