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WorksheetsMod G Unit 2 Lesson 1: Natural Resources
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
Some resources can be either renewable or nonrenewable depending on how they are used. Which statement describes a resource that could be both renewable and nonrenewable?
Petroleum is drilled from rock on the ocean floor.
Solar energy is used to produce both heat and electricity.
Turbines are constructed to use wind to make electricity.
Trees are cut own to make wood products faster than new trees can grow.
Why is petroleum considered to be a nonrenewable resource?
It constantly forms within the Earth.
It is difficult to obtain and transport.
It releases harmful chemicals when burned.
It requires a very long period of time to form.
Humans need fresh, clean water to survive. Which of these statements is true about fresh water?
An unlimited amount of fresh water is available on Earth.
The global population is currently decreasing, and people are using less fresh water.
In some places on Earth, fresh water is used up faster than it can be replaced.
Fresh water was once considered a renewable resource, but today it is considered an inexhaustible resource.
What are the advantages of using resources such as geothermal energy, solar energy, and wind energy?
They can generate power by burning wastes.
They increase the amount of greenhouse gasses.
They come from energy sources that never run out.
They produce large amounts of energy from burning fuels.
Which statement best describes natural resources?
Natural resources are replaced within a human lifetime.
Natural resources are unevenly distributed around the world.
Most natural resourcs are found below the surface of the earth.
Most energy needs are currently met by renewable natural resources.
What is one disadvantage of using renewable energy resources, such as biomass, wind, or hydropower?
The science to develop these resources is too new.
These resources are not always available in all areas.
The use of these resources enhances the natural environment.
The equipment needed fo these resources is difficult to manufacture.
Why is nuclear energy considered a nonrenewable resource?
Nuclear radiation does not run out.
It comes from radiation from the sun.
Uranium ore is replaced on a geologic timescale.
Uranium replenishes more quickly than it is being used.
What positive effect might the car in the photo have on the environment?
A solar powered car will go faster than a car powered by fossil fuel.
A solar powered car will take up more space than a car powered by fossil fuel.
A renewable energy resource is being used to replace a nonrenewable energy resource.
A renewable water resource is being used to replace a nonrenewable fossil fuel resource.
Which of these is shown by the photo? Circle TWO (2) that apply.
harvesting a nonrenewable material resource
harvesting a nonrenewable energy source
harvesting a renewable energy source
harvesting a renewable material source
Are plants and animals potentially renewable natural resources?
Yes, plants and animals are resources that can replaced at the same rate as they are used, if managed well.
No, because it is not possible for humans to use plants and animals at a faster rate than can be replaced.
No, because plants and animals are inexhaustible resources.
Yes, because we use plant resources at the same rate as we use animal resources.
