Natural Resources 4th grade

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be used over and over again, such as fish, trees, water, and air.

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What is a natural resource?

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Natural resources are materials found in nature that are used by living things to meet their needs, including soil, air, water, and animals.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Water and air are examples of renewable resources.

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What does it mean when we say resources are being used too quickly?

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It means that people are consuming natural resources faster than they can be replaced, leading to depletion.

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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, like fossil fuels, cannot be replaced once they are used.

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What are some examples of nonrenewable resources?

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Examples of nonrenewable resources include coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why is it important to protect natural resources?

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Protecting natural resources ensures that they remain available for future generations and helps maintain a healthy environment.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials to prevent waste and conserve natural resources.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land where all the water that falls on it drains into a common body of water, such as a river or lake.

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What does it mean to conserve resources?

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To conserve resources means to use them wisely and sparingly to ensure they last longer.