Synthetic Materials

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What is a synthetic material?

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A synthetic material is a substance made by humans through chemical processes, often using natural resources as raw materials.

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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, wood, and minerals.

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Which of the following is NOT a natural resource: wood, cotton, oil, plastic, coal?

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Plastic is NOT a natural resource.

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Are tea leaves considered synthetic or natural?

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Tea leaves are considered natural.

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Is medicine considered synthetic or natural?

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Medicine is often considered synthetic, as it is usually created through chemical processes.

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What defines natural resources?

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Natural resources are resources that exist within the environment without humans having to intervene or put them there.

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What are examples of synthetic materials?

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Examples of synthetic materials include plastics, synthetic fibers, and artificial rubber.

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What are examples of natural materials?

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Examples of natural materials include wood, cotton, and leather.

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Both synthetic materials and natural materials are made from what?

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Both synthetic materials and natural materials are made from natural resources.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, while nonrenewable resources exist in finite amounts and cannot be replaced once used.