Natural Resources & Conservation Study Guide

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What is composting?

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Composting is a method for recycling food and yard waste into rich, dark soil called compost.

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How are fossil fuels extracted from the earth?

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Fossil fuels are taken from the earth through deep wells and mines.

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Why are trees considered renewable natural resources?

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Trees are considered renewable because they grow back after they are cut down.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a resource that can easily be replaced.

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What natural resource takes millions of years to form?

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Fossil fuels take millions of years to form.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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An example of a renewable resource is solar energy.

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What is the importance of conservation?

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Conservation is important to protect natural resources and ensure they are available for future generations.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are resources that cannot be replaced once they are used up, such as fossil fuels.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects.

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What is the role of trees in the ecosystem?

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Trees provide oxygen, improve air quality, conserve water, preserve soil, and support wildlife.