Practice Recycling and Conservation

Fossil fuel is a fuel that is formed from plant or animal remains as a result of pressure over many years.

• True

• False

Which of the following are considered renewable energies?

• Solar energy

• Coal

• Hydroelectric power

• Crude oil

• Both solar and hydroelectric power

Which of the following is a way to conserve energy and natural resources?

• Ride a bike or walk when possible

• Carpooling

• Use fans instead of air conditioning during warm weather

• Use rechargeable batteries

• All the above

The United States is a global leader in conservation.

• True

• False

Discarded materials such as paper, metals, or plastic are considered __________ __________.

Anything obtained from the natural environment to meet people's needs is a natural resource.

• True

• False

The saving of resources including natural resources is __________.