Wk. 26 Natural Resources

How many years does it take to replace a full-grown tree?

• 50-75

• 50-100

• 50-150

• 50-200

Which is not a way to conserve water?

• washing your car in your own driveway

• collecting rain water to water plants

• turning the water off while brushing your teeth

• only running the dishwasher when it's full

For the past century, petroleum, coal, and ________ have been the main energy sources used in the United States.

• natural gas

• solar electricity

• wind energy

The forest products industry is important to the ________ of Ohio

• economy

• climate

• tourism business

What happens to the ocean after an oil spill? Choose all that apply (2)

• the water becomes polluted

• plants in the water absorb the oil

• the water temperature increases

• animals suffer from a toxic environment

Farming practices such as slash-and-burn are not wise resource management because they _____ soil.

• fertilize

• damage

• replenish

What is a river or stream flowing into a larger river called?

• a tributary

• a delta

• a pond

• a lake

What is the biggest difference between a capital resource and a natural resource?

• A capital resource is renewable and a natural resource is not

• A capital resource is man-made and a natural resource comes from nature

• A capital resource is found in the earth and a natural resource is man -made

• A capital resource is more valuable than a natural resource

When you use resources in such a way that they last longer, you ________ them.

• damage

• waste

• conserve

What are human resources?

• workers with specific skills

• children who go to school

• people who live in a community

• resources harvested by people