Natural Resources Quiz

What are non-renewable resources?

• Resources that have no impact on the environment

• Resources that are abundant and never run out

• Resources that can be easily replaced

• Natural resources that cannot be easily replaced or regenerated within a short period of time.

Give an example of a non-renewable resource.

• Coal

• Solar energy

• Hydroelectric power

• Wind power

Why are non-renewable resources considered limited?

• Non-renewable resources cannot be easily replaced once they are used up.

• Non-renewable resources have an unlimited supply.

• Non-renewable resources are easily replaced once used up.

• Non-renewable resources are constantly replenished.

What are the environmental impacts of using non-renewable resources?

• Air and water pollution, habitat destruction, and contribution to climate change

• Increased biodiversity and habitat preservation

• No impact on climate change

• Improved air quality and reduced pollution

How can we reduce our dependence on non-renewable resources?

• By increasing the use of renewable energy sources and promoting energy efficiency.

• By continuing to rely solely on non-renewable resources

• By ignoring the development of renewable energy sources

• By increasing the use of non-renewable resources

What are the economic implications of depleting non-renewable resources?

• No impact on prices, economic growth, and a shift towards non-renewable alternatives

• Decreased prices, economic stability, and a shift towards non-renewable alternatives

• Stagnant prices, economic growth, and a shift towards renewable alternatives

• Increased prices, economic instability, and a shift towards renewable alternatives

What are the alternatives to non-renewable resources?

• Nuclear energy

• Limited resources

• Fossil fuels

• Renewable resources

Explain the concept of fossil fuels as non-renewable resources.

• Fossil fuels are non-renewable because they are constantly being replenished by natural processes

• Fossil fuels are non-renewable because they take millions of years to form and cannot be replaced within a human lifespan.

• Fossil fuels are non-renewable because they can be easily replaced with alternative energy sources

• Fossil fuels are non-renewable because they are abundant and will never run out

What are the challenges in transitioning from non-renewable to renewable resources?

• Lack of government support

• No need for renewable resources

• Renewable resources are less efficient

• Environmental impact, cost, infrastructure, and technological limitations

Discuss the importance of conserving non-renewable resources.

• Using up non-renewable resources quickly is beneficial for the economy

• Conserving non-renewable resources has no impact on future generations

• Conserving non-renewable resources helps ensure their availability for future generations and minimizes environmental impact.

• Environmental impact of non-renewable resource use is not a concern