C12.1 Finite and Renewable Resources AQA Combined Science

Which of these resources is finite?

• wool

• wood

• crude oil

• rubber

Which of these resources are renewable?

• crude oil

• lead ore

• limestone

• wood

When is it estimated that we will run out of coal at our current rate of use?

• 18 Years

• 39 Years

• 101 Year

When is it estimated that we will run out of oil at our current rate of use?

• 18 Years

• 39 Years

• 101 Year

When is it estimated that we will run out of gas at our current rate of use?

• 18 Years

• 39 Years

• 101 Year

Which of these renewable resources could be used in making ethanol for plastic production?

• sugar cane

• crude oil

• wood

• silk

How can we reduce the amount of finite resources we are using?

• recycling

• using sustainable resources

• using renewable resources

• all three answers!