Natural vs. Synthetic Materials

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur naturally in the environment, such as water, minerals, forests, and wildlife.

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What are synthetic resources?

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Synthetic resources are materials created by humans using natural resources, such as plastics, synthetic fibers, and processed foods.

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Where can natural resources be found?

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Natural resources can be found in nature, including forests, oceans, rivers, and underground.

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Give an example of a natural resource.

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An example of a natural resource is water.

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Give an example of a synthetic resource.

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An example of a synthetic resource is potato chips.

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True or False: Natural resources can only come from plants and animals.

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False. Natural resources can also come from the earth, such as minerals and fossil fuels.

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What is the difference between natural and synthetic materials?

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Natural materials are found in nature, while synthetic materials are made by humans from natural resources.

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What is an example of a natural material?

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An example of a natural material is wood.

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What is an example of a synthetic material?

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An example of a synthetic material is nylon.

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Why are natural resources important?

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Natural resources are important because they provide essential materials for survival, such as food, water, and shelter.