Conservation of Natural Resources

What are some examples of renewable natural resources?

• Sunlight, wind, water, and biomass

• Nuclear energy, geothermal energy, and fossil fuels

• Plastic, metal, and glass

• Coal, oil, and natural gas

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Explain the concept of water conservation and why it is important.

• Water conservation is not important as there is an unlimited supply of water on Earth.

• Water conservation is important to sustain ecosystems, reduce water scarcity, and minimize the impact of droughts and climate change.

• Water conservation is not important because technology will always find a way to create more water.

• Water conservation is only important for certain regions, not for the entire planet.

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How can we reduce our use of non-renewable resources?

• By promoting unsustainable practices

• By using alternative renewable energy sources, practicing energy conservation, and promoting sustainable practices.

• By increasing our use of non-renewable resources

• By ignoring the impact of our resource consumption

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What are the benefits of recycling?

• Recycling has benefits such as conserving natural resources, reducing pollution, saving energy, and reducing waste sent to landfills.

• Recycling increases pollution and waste sent to landfills

• Recycling uses more energy and depletes natural resources

• Recycling has no impact on conserving natural resources

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Discuss the impact of deforestation on the environment.

• Deforestation has a significant negative impact on the environment.

• Deforestation has no impact on the environment.

• Deforestation helps in preserving natural habitats.

• Deforestation leads to increased biodiversity.

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What are some ways to conserve energy at home?

• Use old, inefficient appliances

• Use energy-efficient appliances, turn off lights and electronics when not in use, use natural lighting and ventilation, and properly insulate the home.

• Leave all lights and electronics on 24/7

• Keep windows and doors open all the time

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Explain the importance of biodiversity in natural resource conservation.

• Conserving natural resources does not require biodiversity

• Biodiversity helps maintain the balance of ecosystems and supports the sustainable use of resources.

• Biodiversity has no impact on natural resource conservation

• Biodiversity only leads to overpopulation of species

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What are the effects of air pollution on natural resources?

• It improves the quality of natural resources

• It only affects man-made resources

• It can have negative effects on natural resources such as water, soil, and vegetation.

• It has no effect on natural resources

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Discuss the concept of sustainable development and its role in natural resource conservation.

• Sustainable development only focuses on economic needs and ignores environmental and social aspects

• Sustainable development aims to balance economic, social, and environmental needs, and plays a crucial role in conserving natural resources.

• Sustainable development is only concerned with short-term gains and does not consider long-term impacts on natural resources

• Sustainable development has no impact on natural resource conservation

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How can individuals contribute to the conservation of natural resources in their daily lives?

• Reduce water usage, recycle, use energy-efficient appliances, and support sustainable practices

• Use as much water as possible

• Use old, energy-wasting appliances

• Throw away all waste without recycling

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