Resource Management

What is a drawback of using natural resources?

• Waste is produced

• They are unlimited

• They are renewable

• They are expensive

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Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource?

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Hydroelectric energy

• Solar energy

What is a benefit of renewable energy resources?

• They are expensive

• They release greenhouse gases

• They are limited in supply

• They do not contribute to global warming

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Why is soil considered a nonrenewable resource?

• It is formed very slowly

• It is produced quickly

• It is replenished naturally

• It is created by volcanic eruptions

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What is a drawback of using nonrenewable resources?

• They are easily replenished

• They do not pollute the air

• They cause global climate change

• They are unlimited in supply

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

• Natural gas

• Oxygen

• Petroleum

• Coal

How can you conserve resources at home?

• Open windows for a breeze

• Use the air conditioner constantly

• Buy energy-consuming appliances

• Keep all lights on

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What is a potential long-term effect of obtaining power from coal-fired power plants?

• Increased rainfall

• Decreased temperatures

• Melting glaciers

• Immediate flooding

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Why should minerals be recycled?

• To increase their price

• To deplete Earth's supply

• To recover more of them

• To avoid using them

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What is a benefit of using renewable resources like wood and cotton?

• They do not pollute the environment

• They are strong as steel

• They are not sustainable

• They are not biodegradable

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