Protecting Our Natural Resources

What is water conservation?

• The act of collecting rainwater for agricultural use.

• The practice of using water excessively and wasting it.

• The process of purifying water for drinking purposes.

• The practice of using water efficiently and reducing water waste to preserve this valuable resource.

Why is water conservation important?

• Water conservation is important to preserve the resource for future generations and protect ecosystems.

• Water conservation is not important because water is an unlimited resource.

• Water conservation is a waste of time and effort.

• Water conservation is only important for certain regions, not globally.

Name one way you can conserve water at home.

• Watering the garden every day

• Fixing leaks

• Leaving the faucet running

• Taking longer showers

What is renewable energy?

• Energy derived from nuclear power.

• Energy obtained from non-renewable resources.

• Energy collected from naturally replenished resources.

• Energy generated from fossil fuels.

Give an example of a renewable energy source.

• Solar power

• Geothermal energy

• Hydropower

• Wind power

Why is recycling important?

• Recycling is important because it helps reduce waste, conserve resources, and protect the environment.

• Recycling is important because it has no impact on waste reduction, resource conservation, or environmental protection.

• Recycling is important because it is a waste of time, money, and effort.

• Recycling is important because it increases pollution, depletes resources, and harms the environment.

What are the benefits of recycling?

• Recycling helps reduce waste, conserve resources, save energy, reduce pollution, and create jobs.

• Recycling does not have any impact on the environment.

• Recycling is a waste of time and effort.

• Recycling is too expensive and not cost-effective.

What is air pollution?

• Excessive amount of oxygen in the air.

• Presence of beneficial substances in the air.

• Presence of harmful substances in the air

• Absence of oxygen in the air.

Name one cause of air pollution.

• Industrial emissions

• Burning of fossil fuels

• Deforestation

• Vehicle exhaust

What is deforestation?

• The process of planting new trees in a particular area.

• The process of preserving and protecting trees and forests in a particular area.

• The process of clearing or removing trees and forests from a particular area.

• The process of using trees and forests for sustainable development in a particular area.