Exploring Natural Resource Management

Which of the following is an example of a renewable natural resource?

• Coal

• Solar energy

• Natural gas

• Petroleum

What does the term "conservation" mean in natural resource management?

• Using resources as quickly as possible

• Protecting and using resources wisely

• Destroying natural habitats

• Polluting the environment

Which of the following is NOT a natural resource?

• Water

• Air

• Plastic

• Soil

What is the main purpose of reforestation?

• To cut down more trees

• To plant new trees where forests have been removed

• To build new roads

• To increase pollution

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Which of the following is a method to conserve water?

• Leaving taps open

• Fixing leaking pipes

• Washing cars daily

• Watering gardens at noon

Which of these is a non-renewable resource?

• Wind

• Sunlight

• Oil

• Rainwater

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Why is it important to manage natural resources?

• To use them up quickly

• To ensure they last for future generations

• To increase pollution

• To destroy habitats

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Which practice helps in soil conservation?

• Overgrazing by animals

• Planting cover crops

• Deforestation

• Building on farmland

If a community uses too much groundwater, what could happen?

• Groundwater levels will rise

• Groundwater may run out

• More rain will fall

• Rivers will dry up immediately

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Which of the following actions can help reduce air pollution?

• Burning more fossil fuels

• Using public transportation

• Cutting down trees

• Using plastic bags