Flashcard: Why Can’t I Find Gold in My Backyard?

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, and oxygen.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Oxygen is an example of a renewable resource.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels and minerals.

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What is required for a resource to be considered renewable?

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It must replace itself faster than it is used.

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What is sunlight classified as?

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Sunlight is classified as a renewable resource.

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What is a natural resource?

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A natural resource is a material or substance that occurs in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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Which of the following is NOT a natural resource?

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Plastic is NOT a natural resource.

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What type of geological activity is typically linked to gold deposits?

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Volcanic activity is typically linked to gold deposits.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.

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

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, while non-renewable resources are finite and take millions of years to form.