4.11 A Renewable Nonrenewable Resources Concept Check

Fossil fuels formed from plants and animals are —

• renewable

• nonrenewable

• unusable

• all of the above

Which of the following is NOT identified as a renewable resource?

• Fish population

• Natural vegetation

• Mineral deposits

• Corn crop

Which item in the picture is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

• Animal

• Cactus

• Wind

• Oil

What is one disadvantage of using wind energy rather than burning coal to produce electricity?

• The power it produces is economical.

• Wind energy can be converted directly into electricity.

• Wind energy can reduce the local bird population.

• It does not cause pollution.

Which best explains why air is classified as a renewable resource?

• It is formed by the remains of plants and animals.

• It is recycled in the water cycle.

• It is formed over time by heat and pressure.

• It is recycled in one of Earth’s natural cycles.

Based on the information in the table, which animal has the greatest chance of becoming extinct?

• Asian elephant

• Blue whale

• Amur leopard

• Mountain gorilla

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Scientists are working very hard to develop new ways to use clean energy sources, which come from renewable resources. Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource? 5.1(B)

• Natural gas

• Petroleum

• Water

• Coal

Which of the following is NOT a good reason to conserve renewable and nonrenewable resources?

• To produce pollutants

• To reduce waste

• To care for future generations

• To preserve the environment

Why are coal, oil, and natural gas considered nonrenewable resources?

• There is a limited supply, and they can be replaced in a short period of time.

• There is not a limited supply, and they cannot be replenished in a short period of time.

• There is a limited supply, and they cannot be replenished in a short period of time.

• There is not a limited supply, and they can be replaced in a short period of time.

Which picture below shows a wise choice for disposal of resources? 5.1(B)

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