Natural Resources Flashcard

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What is a natural resource?

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Any material, substance, or organism found in nature that is useful to people.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as water, sunlight, and wind.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A natural resource that cannot be replaced within a human lifespan, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What percentage of Earth's water is fresh water?

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3%.

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Why is coal considered a nonrenewable resource?

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It can't be replaced within a human lifespan.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Water.

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Give an example of a nonrenewable resource.

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Coal.

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What is the importance of conserving natural resources?

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Conserving natural resources ensures their availability for future generations and helps protect the environment.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced within a human lifespan.

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What are some examples of renewable resources?

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Solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, and biomass.