Natural Resources
Things made by nature that people use
natural resources
These fuels are formed from the remains of plants and animals
fossil fuels
Physical items that are made, like food or clothes.
goods
A farm that grows fruits like apples and peaches
orchard
Still water, like lakes and ponds, is called this.
lentic
Water & trees are examples of this type of resource
renewable
Coal, oil, and this fuel are fossil fuels.
natural gas
Work done for others, such as teaching or firefighting.
services
This word means making, moving, and selling goods and services.
industry
Flowing water, such as rivers and streams, is called this
lotic
Coal, oil, & natural gas belong in this category of resources
This type of coal is hard, shiny, and burns cleaner.
anthracite
Someone who makes goods or provides services
producer
Pennsylvania is well known for this natural resource quarry
limestone
Most of Pennsylvania’s water systems flow into this ocean.
Atlantic
This renewable resource is important for drinking, farming, and recreation
water
This type of coal is softer and burns with more smoke
bituminous
Someone who buys goods or services.
consumer
Apples, peaches, and cherries are grown in this type of farm.
orchard
This cycle renews Earth’s fresh water supply.
water cycle
Soil, forests, and coal are all examples of these
natural resources
This fossil fuel is commonly used for heating and cooking.
natural gas
Goods brought into a country are called this
imports
Industry includes making, moving, and selling these.
goods & services
Name one use of water in Pennsylvania
drinking, farming, transportation, recreation