Timber and Natural Resource Management

The video explores natural resources in the West, focusing on oil, timber, and mining. It discusses the uses and extraction of oil, the role of timber in construction, and the historical significance of mining. The video also highlights the importance of dams for water management and energy production, emphasizing the need for sustainable resource use.

What distinguishes natural resources from man-made resources?

• Natural resources are created by humans.

• Natural resources are found in the environment without human intervention.

• Man-made resources are always renewable.

• Natural resources are harmful to the earth.

Which of the following is NOT a use of oil?

• Making tar for pavements

• Heating homes

• Creating plastics

• Generating electricity

How is oil commonly extracted from the ocean?

• With wind turbines

• Using oil rigs

• By hand-pumping

• Through solar panels

What is a major environmental concern associated with timber extraction?

• Excessive water usage

• Air pollution

• Deforestation leading to loss of oxygen

• Increased oxygen levels

Which of the following is a product made from timber?

• Steel beams

• Paper

• Plastic bottles

• Glass windows

Why did people historically move to the West for mining?

• To mine gold, silver, and copper

• To find oil

• To build railroads

• To discover new lands

What is a luxury item that was mined in the West?

• Timber

• Oil

• Coal

• Gold

What is one benefit of dams?

• They reduce the need for electricity

• They increase fossil fuel usage

• They help regulate water flow

• They cause more floods

How do dams contribute to energy production?

• Through hydroelectric power

• By using solar panels

• By burning fossil fuels

• With wind turbines

What is a potential downside of building dams?

• They always increase fish populations

• They can disrupt wildlife habitats

• They are inexpensive to build

• They reduce water availability