Earth's Bounty: Exploring Our Natural Resources

What is a natural resource?

• A man-made product used for industrial purposes

• A material that comes from the Earth and is used by living organisms

• A type of currency used in international trade

• A synthetic compound created in laboratories

Which of the following is considered a renewable resource?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Solar energy

• Uranium

What is an ore?

• A renewable resource that can be replanted or regenerated

• A type of fossil fuel

• A natural resource that contains a valuable mineral and can be mined for a profit

• A man-made material used in construction that can make a profit

Why are nonrenewable resources a concern for environmental sustainability?

• They can be easily replaced after they are used

• They cause no pollution when used

• They take millions of years to form and are depleted faster than they can be replaced

• They are the most abundant resources on Earth

Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource?

• Wind

• Petroleum

• Water

• Timber

What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

• Renewable resources are always solid, while nonrenewable resources are liquid or gas

• Renewable resources can be replenished naturally at a rate comparable to their consumption

• Nonrenewable resources are more environmentally friendly

• Renewable resources are less important to the economy

Which of the following energy sources is renewable?

• Oil

• Biomass

• Coal

• Natural gas

What typically happens when a nonrenewable resource is overexploited?

• Its price decreases due to oversupply

• It becomes more sustainable

• It leads to technological advancements

• It can lead to scarcity and environmental damage

Which of the following is an example of a mineral that can be found in an ore?

• Oxygen

• Water

• Gold

• Wood

How does the use of renewable resources benefit the environment compared to nonrenewable resources?

• Renewable resources emit more greenhouse gases

• Renewable resources contribute to air and water pollution

• Renewable resources help to reduce the carbon footprint and mitigate climate change

• There is no difference in environmental impact between renewable and nonrenewable resources