Natural Resources Flashcard

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What do forests provide?

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Habitats, building materials, and fuel.

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What is a bay?

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A large body of water, partly enclosed by land.

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What are natural resources?

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Resources that come from nature.

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What can affect water quality in a watershed?

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Soil, minerals, animal waste, pollutants, and litter.

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Which of the following is a natural resource found in Virginia?

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Minerals.

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What is the importance of natural resources?

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They are essential for survival, providing food, water, and materials.

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What is an example of a renewable resource?

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Solar energy.

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What is an example of a non-renewable resource?

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Fossil fuels.

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How do trees help the environment?

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They provide oxygen, improve air quality, and support wildlife.

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What is a watershed?

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An area of land that drains rainwater into a specific body of water.