Unit 3 Earth's Resources Test

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A mixture of water, air, bits of rocks and humus is known as _____________.

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soil

Front

True or False? Compost does not add nutrients to the soil.

Back

False

Front

Why isn't plastic a natural resource?

Back

It is not found in nature.

Front

To _____________ means to save or protect the natural environment.

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conserve

Front

The three types of rocks are _________________________________ .

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igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

Front

What is humus?

Back

Humus is the dark organic material in soil, formed from decayed plant and animal matter.

Front

What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain.

Front

Give an example of a renewable resource.

Back

Sunlight is an example of a renewable resource.

Front

What is the process of composting?

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Composting is the process of recycling organic waste into a rich soil amendment.

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the careful use of resources to prevent their depletion.