Natural Resources

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What is a natural resource?

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A natural resource is something found in nature that people use to meet their needs, like water, air, soil, and trees.

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How do we use air?

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We use air to breathe.

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What do people use to grow plants?

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People use soil to grow plants.

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Is a bike a natural resource?

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No, a bike is not a natural resource.

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What do people use to make paper and furniture?

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People use trees to make paper and furniture.

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What does conserving resources mean?

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Conserving resources means protecting the resource so it does not run out.

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What is soil?

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Soil is the top layer of the earth where plants grow, made up of tiny pieces of rock and organic matter.

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Name a renewable natural resource.

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A renewable natural resource is a resource that can be replenished naturally, like sunlight or water.

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What is an example of a non-renewable resource?

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An example of a non-renewable resource is coal or oil, which cannot be replaced once used.

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Why is water important?

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Water is important because it is essential for all living things to survive.