Natural Resources

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, forests, and fossil fuels.

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How do natural resources influence economic activities?

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The types of natural resources available in a country typically determine the types of jobs and industries that can thrive there.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the diversity of species, genetic variation, and ecosystem diversity.

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Where is biodiversity the richest?

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Biodiversity is richest in tropical rainforests, which host a vast number of species.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and timber.

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What happens if a renewable resource is used up faster than it can be replenished?

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If a renewable resource is consumed faster than it can regenerate, it may become a nonrenewable resource.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are resources that do not replenish at a sustainable rate, such as fossil fuels and minerals.

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How does Japan maintain its wealth despite limited natural resources?

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Japan manufactures highly desired products, like cars and electronics, allowing it to trade for the resources it lacks.

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Where are metals and minerals most often found?

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Metals and minerals are commonly found near tectonic plate boundaries and volcanoes.

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What is the significance of sustainable resource management?

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Sustainable resource management ensures that natural resources are used in a way that meets current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs.

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