Earth's Resources and Environmental Science

The video tutorial covers chapter 7 on Earth's resources, including multiple choice and short answer questions. It discusses the composition of glass, land distribution, and the concept of recycling. The tutorial explains renewable and nonrenewable resources, the impact of deforestation, and the importance of water and air. It also addresses constructed response questions about fossils and natural resources.

What is glass primarily made from?

• Soil

• Rubber

• Salt

• Sand

What percentage of Earth's surface is land?

• 21%

• 1%

• 30%

• 29%

What are the solid non-living chemicals present in the Earth called?

• Soil

• Minerals

• Stones

• Fossils

What is the process of making things reusable called?

• Recycling

• Conservation

• Care cycling

• Reusing

Why are forests considered renewable resources?

• They are non-renewable

• They do not provide any resources

• They can be replaced after use

• They are limited and cannot be replaced

What is one disadvantage of deforestation?

• Causes pollution

• Provides wood for construction

• Creates space for housing

• Improves air quality

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

• Natural Gas

• Oil

• Air

• Coal

Can we obtain fossils of jellyfish?

• Yes, they are easily fossilized

• No, because they are invertebrates

• No, they are too soft

• Yes, but only in certain conditions

Why is water not available for every human despite being a renewable resource?

• It is only found in oceans

• The distribution is not uniform

• It is not renewable

• It is too expensive

What percentage of Earth's water is found in oceans?

• 97%

• 75%

• 50%

• 99%