How do Earth's resources influence human civilization?

Earth's Resources and Their Impact on Human Civilization

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Science, Geography, Social Studies
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9th - 10th Grade
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Patricia Brown
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They have no impact on human civilization.
They only affect the climate.
They shape civilizations and inspire human endeavors.
They are only used for art and literature.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are Earth's natural resources considered limited?
They are evenly distributed across the planet.
They are infinite in supply.
Most are not renewable on human timescales.
They are all renewable.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a major challenge in managing freshwater resources?
Contaminated freshwater is difficult to restore.
Freshwater is easily replenished.
Freshwater is not essential for life.
Freshwater is abundant everywhere.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is soil erosion a threat to agriculture?
Soil develops quickly from rock.
Soil develops slowly from rock.
Soil erosion enhances agricultural productivity.
Soil erosion has no impact on agriculture.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key role of geoscientists in resource management?
They do not work on resource management.
They focus only on extracting more resources.
They develop technologies to reduce extraction impacts.
They ignore pollution and waste.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are oil and natural gas primarily used for?
Only for manufacturing fertilizers.
Only for energy production.
They have no significant use.
To make products like plastics and textiles.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?
They are not used for energy.
They take millions of years to form.
They form quickly.
They are easily replenished.
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