Earth's Resources

What is water conservation?

• Water conservation is the practice of polluting water sources.

• Water conservation is the practice of saving water.

• Water conservation is the practice of wasting water.

What happens when water is conserved?

• More water is available.

• Pollution is increased.

• There is no impact on the environment

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Which two things would most likely harm a habitat?

• Wildfires

• Planting trees

• Rainfall

• Erosion

• Sunlight

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Which change would be harmful to a squirrel's habitat?

• Planting new trees

• Cutting down trees

• The seasons changing

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Select all the correct ways to conserve resources (water, air, soil, etc.)

• Turning off the water while brushing your teeth.

• Taking long showers

• Opening a window while the AC is on

• Adults carpooling (riding together) to work

• Using the dishwasher only when it is full

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Which is one harmful effect of flooding?

• They bring new, rich soil

• They can bring the animals other resources

• Erosion may occur

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Which is NOT caused by erosion?

• Water pollution

• The air becomes dusty

• More land for farming.

• A decrease is nutrients for plants

How can we decrease the amount of trash thrown away?

• Recycling

• Pick up trash off the ground

• Use more products

• Take all your trash to a landfill

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Collecting rainwater to use on indoor plants is an example of water conservation.

• True

• False

What happens when you use pesticides (bad chemicals) on farm crops?

• Plants grow faster

• Water sources become polluted

• Rainfall decreases

• Air temperature rises

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