Earth’s Resources

The video explores Earth's resources, highlighting the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources. It explains how nonrenewable resources like crude oil, natural gas, and coal are used for energy and technology, while renewable resources such as plants, trees, solar energy, and animals provide sustainable alternatives. The importance of managing these resources to improve life is emphasized.

What is the primary use of most resources on Earth?

• To create art

• To provide energy

• To produce food

• To build homes

Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

• Water

• Wind

• Crude oil

• Sunlight

What are fossil fuels made from?

• Water

• Living plants

• Minerals

• Remains of dead organisms

Which resource is used to make electricity from sunlight?

• Geothermal plants

• Hydroelectric dams

• Solar panels

• Wind turbines

How do animals contribute to human needs?

• By producing fossil fuels

• By generating electricity

• By offering transportation and food

• By providing metals