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 the difference between freshwater and saltwater?

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Freshwater has low salt content and is found in rivers and lakes, while saltwater has high salt content and is found in oceans.

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Can both freshwater and saltwater have living things in them?

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Yes, both types of water can support various forms of life, including fish, plants, and microorganisms.

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What is a manmade resource?

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A manmade resource is a material or product that is created by humans, such as bricks, plastic, and buildings.

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What is a natural resource?

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A natural resource is a resource that exists without human intervention, such as minerals, forests, and water.

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Give an example of a natural resource.

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Water is an example of a natural resource.

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What is the importance of conserving natural resources?

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Conserving natural resources is important to ensure they are available for future generations and to protect the environment.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials to prevent waste and reduce the consumption of fresh resources.

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What is an example of reusing water?

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Pouring leftover water from melting ice on plants is an example of reusing water.

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What are rocks?

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Rocks are solid, natural substances made of minerals that are found in the earth.