Natural Resources Remediation

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Fossil fuels are made from _____________ from millions of years ago

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decayed organic matter

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Hematite is harvested for ___________

Back

iron ore

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What is a disadvantage of petroleum?

Back

It can harm ecosystems when harvested or spilled.

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Halite and quartz are most similar based on ___________

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luster and streak.

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A disadvantage of solar panels is...?

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They are expensive to build.

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What are natural resources?

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Materials or substances occurring in nature which can be exploited for economic gain.

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Define remediation in the context of natural resources.

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The process of cleaning up or restoring contaminated land or water.

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What is the main environmental concern with fossil fuel extraction?

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It can lead to habitat destruction and pollution.

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What is the primary use of coal?

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To generate electricity.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A resource that can be replenished naturally over time.