Natural Resources Flashcard

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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, and forests.

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Why is it important to conserve natural resources?

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Conserving natural resources helps protect the environment, ensures that resources are available for future generations, and reduces waste.

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What is one way to conserve water at home?

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Taking shorter showers is a great way to conserve water.

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What does it mean to reuse items?

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Reusing items means using them again instead of throwing them away, which helps reduce waste.

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What is an example of a reusable item?

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A reusable water bottle is an example of an item that can be used multiple times instead of being thrown away.

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What is the best way to wash dishes to save water?

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Filling a sink with water and turning the tap off while washing dishes saves more water than washing under running water.

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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 water.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as fossil fuels and minerals.

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How can packing a lunch in reusable containers help the environment?

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Packing a lunch in reusable containers reduces waste from single-use plastics and helps conserve resources.

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What is one way to conserve energy at home?

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Turning off lights when leaving a room is a simple way to conserve energy.