Understanding Resources and Conservation

The video discusses the relationship between population and resources, highlighting the types of resources, their uses, and the impact of population growth on resource consumption. It addresses how resources are wasted and offers solutions for preserving them, emphasizing the importance of using renewable resources and conserving non-renewable ones. The video concludes with a call for questions and provides contact information.

What are resources as defined in the video?

• Man-made products that are used daily

• Materials that are harmful to the environment

• Only renewable materials found in nature

• Useful materials from Earth that make life easier

Which of the following is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?

• They are always environmentally friendly

• Their availability is decreasing

• They are unlimited

• They can be easily replaced

How does a high population affect natural resources?

• It has no impact on resource usage

• It reduces the need for resources

• It leads to more resource creation

• It increases the consumption of resources

What is one of the dangers of increased fossil fuel burning?

• Decreased global temperatures

• Improved air quality

• Global warming

• Increased resource availability

Which activity is NOT mentioned as a way we waste resources?

• Deforestation

• Recycling materials

• Excessive fossil fuel burning

• Overuse of electricity

What is a consequence of deforestation mentioned in the video?

• More timber resources

• Increased oxygen levels

• Less land for agriculture

• Reduced air quality

Which of the following is a solution to preserve non-renewable resources?

• Ignore renewable energy sources

• Increase fossil fuel extraction

• Use more non-renewable resources

• Reduce fossil fuel usage

What is one way to conserve electricity at home?

• Turn off lights when not needed

• Use more electronic devices

• Leave lights on when not in use

• Increase the use of non-renewable energy

How can we help preserve timber resources?

• Cut down more trees

• Plant more trees

• Use more plastic products

• Ignore deforestation

What should you do if you have questions after watching the video?

• Write them in the comment box

• Search for answers online

• Contact a local authority

• Ignore your questions