8.4.1 Natural Resources

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be naturally replaced at least as fast as it is used.

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What is a non-renewable resource?

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A non-renewable resource is a natural resource that can be naturally replaced only after a very long time.

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Give an example of an activity that uses a non-renewable resource.

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Melting steel to make jewelry.

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Give an example of an activity that uses a renewable resource.

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Capturing the wind in a sail to power a boat.

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How do minerals get distributed around the planet?

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Minerals get distributed through geological processes like plate tectonics.

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What is the importance of renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are important because they can be replenished naturally, ensuring a sustainable supply.

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What are some examples of renewable resources?

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Examples include solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What are some examples of non-renewable resources?

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Examples include coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why is it important to conserve non-renewable resources?

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It is important to conserve non-renewable resources because they are limited and take a long time to form.

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What role do geological processes play in natural resources?

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Geological processes help in the formation and distribution of natural resources like minerals.