Natural Resources

Any material that is used by humans

• recycling

• nonrenewable resource

• renewable resource

• natural resource

Resources that can be replaced at the same rate at which they are consumed.

• Nonrenewable resources

• Renewable resources

• Natural resources

• Recycling

Resources that form at a rate much slower than the rate at which they are consumed.

• Natural resources

• Renewable resources

• Nonrenewable resources

• Recycling

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

The process of recovering valuable materials from waste or scrap.

• Natural resources

• Recycling

• Nonrenewable resources

• Renewable resources

How do humans use most natural resources?

• Conserving energy

• By using products made from the resources

• By using them excessively

• By not using them

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

• oil

• water

• coal

• gas

Ways to conserve natural resources. Check all that apply.

• Using them only when necessary

• Take extra showers

• Reusing them whenever possible

• Recycle whenever possible

What is the main benefit of recycling paper products?

• Saves trees and reduces energy consumption

• Increases the production of new paper products

• Enhances the quality of paper

• Reduces the cost of paper production

Which type of plastic is commonly used in water bottles?

• PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)

• HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)

• PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)

• LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)

Why is it important to ensure paper is clean and dry before recycling?

• To maintain its quality

• To increase its weight

• To make it easier to transport

• To reduce recycling costs