Science Grade 4 Mini-Assessment: Earth's Resources

Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable resource commonly found in Florida?

• sunlight

• wind

• phosphate

• water

A picture shows solar panels installed on the roof of a house to generate electricity. What type of resource is being used in this situation?

• renewable

• nonrenewable

• limited

• fossil fuel

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

Devin’s family wants to reduce their impact on the environment by using a clean energy source for their new house. Which energy source should they choose?

• petroleum

• wind energy

• propane

• diesel

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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What makes coal different from renewable resources?

• It is found underground.

• It cannot be replaced quickly after use.

• It is used to generate electricity.

• It is a type of fossil fuel.

Which industry in Florida relies heavily on phosphate mining?

• Automobile manufacturing

• Agriculture

• Textile production

• Electronics

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

What is a key difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

• Renewable resources can be replaced naturally in a short time; nonrenewable resources take millions of years to form.

• Nonrenewable resources are always found in water; renewable resources are always found in air.

• Renewable resources are only used for transportation; nonrenewable resources are only used for heating.

• Nonrenewable resources are unlimited; renewable resources are limited.

Which action would most effectively decrease a community's dependence on fossil fuels?

• Construct additional oil refineries.

• Install wind turbines in local parks.

• Expand the use of gasoline-powered vehicles.

• Increase coal mining operations.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

Which of the following is considered a renewable energy source?

• coal

• natural gas

• solar power

• petroleum

A school in Texas wants to reduce its impact on the environment. Which action uses a renewable energy source and fits the examples given?

• Install solar panels to power classrooms.

• Burn oil to heat the gym.

• Use gasoline to run school buses.

• Mine for natural gas to generate electricity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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What is one benefit of using renewable resources instead of nonrenewable resources?

• They are always less expensive to use.

• They can be replaced quickly by natural processes.

• They never require any technology to harness.

• They are only found underground.