Natural Resources/Environmental Impact Quiz

Which of the resources below would be considered nonrenewable?

• Solar

• Hydropower

• Coal

• Wind

In an area that experiences hot summers and very little rainfall, what would be the most beneficial energy resource?

• Hydroelectric

• Geothermal

• Solar

• Coal

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Which statement accurately defines a natural resource?

• A man-made item created from Earth's materials

• A material or component found in a natural environment that is useful to people.

• A byproduct of industrial processes on Earth

• A component synthesized from elements in Earth's crust

Which of the following materials is not naturally occurring?

• Water

• Minerals

• Plastic

• Iron

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Which of the following best describes coal, oil, and natural gas?

• Unlimited

• Renewable

• Nonrenewable

• Infinite

What type of energy uses the Earth's internal heat?

• Geothermal

• Hydroelectric

• Solar

• Wave

What is the common term for energy sources like coal, oil, and natural gas?

• Renewable resources

• Biomass fuels

• Fossil fuels

• Ancient fuels

Which of the following best describes a renewable resource?

• A resource that is finite and will eventually run out.

• A resource that can be replaced quickly.

• An unlimited resource.

• Both B and C

What type of renewable energy is derived from organic materials such as plants or animal waste?

• Solar

• Hydropower

• Biomass

• Nuclear

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What is one negative impact of utilizing solar energy?

• It necessitates the construction of nuclear plants which can lead to radioactive waste

• It requires significant land use which can lead to habitat loss

• It emits carbon dioxide during its operation

• It has no environmental drawbacks

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