Natural Resources

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Why are trees considered natural resources?

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Humans use them to produce paper, lumber, fuel, and other products.

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Which of these is a factual statement about natural resources?

• Someday, humans will run out of fossil fuels
• Using wind energy will make us feel better about ourselves
• As soon as they're available, everyone should drive solar-powered cars
• Fuel cells are the most important technology we've ever developed

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Someday, humans will run out of fossil fuels

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Why can soil erosion be a major problem?

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A region's agriculture can be destroyed if the soil erodes

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Why isn't glass considered a natural resource?

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It's not found in nature

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What is the key difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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Non-renewable resources exist in limited quantities; renewable resources don't.

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What can you conclude from the fact that lots of research is being done into wind and solar energy?

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In the future, these technologies may be far more sophisticated and efficient

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Which of the following is the most sensible way to conserve natural resources?

• Stop using electricity entirely.
• Bike or walk to school instead of taking a gasoline-powered car.
• Don't use any products made from trees.
• Never ride in a car.

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Bike or walk to school instead of taking a gasoline-powered car.

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What does "sustainable" mean in the context of solar energy?

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Capable of being continued long-term

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How does recycling conserve natural resources?

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It allows us to re-use products instead of manufacturing new ones

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Why is wind energy considered a renewable resource?

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It's unlikely that we'll run out of wind.