8.2 Resource Use in Society

Define Renewable Resources

Define Non Renewable Resources

Describe examples of sustainable and unsustainable natural capital.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Explain, with reference to examples, how the extraction process of renewable natural capital might make its use unsustainable.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Outline an example of renewable natural capital that has been used unsustainably.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Outline an example of non-renewable natural capital that has been mismanaged. Hint: think about a resource we have which is finite, but which could have lasted for many more generations had it been managed more carefully.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Using your own examples as well as extra research, describe examples of the dynamic nature of natural capital.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Distinguish between "use valuation" and "non-use valuation" in the context of natural capital.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

Using examples, explain why it is impossible to put a value on some natural capital.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

In your opinion, should the Amazon Rainforest be categorized as use valuation or non-use valuation? You must present a balanced argument, but come to a firm conclusion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5