Natural Resources

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced once it is used up, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Examples of renewable resources include solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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Give an example of a non-renewable resource.

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Examples of non-renewable resources include coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the careful management of natural resources to prevent their depletion and ensure they are available for future generations.

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Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?

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Fossil fuels are considered non-renewable because they take millions of years to form and cannot be replenished within a human lifetime.

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What is the T-chart used for in classifying natural resources?

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A T-chart is used to visually organize information, such as classifying natural resources into renewable and non-renewable categories.

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What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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The main difference is that renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources cannot be replaced once used.

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What is an example of a resource that is used on Earth?

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An example of a resource used on Earth is water.