The Resource Trio
These resources are replaced from time to time so we can use them over again.
Renewable Resources
This energy source uses the heat trapped within the earth
Geothermal Energy
This occurs when trees in a forest are cut down so humans can use the land for other activities.
Deforestation
You can help the forests by choosing wooden items made specifically from this fast-growing plant.
Bamboo
These two specific examples are provided for flow resources.
waterfalls and sunlight
These resources took millions of years to create and are found in nature.
Non-renewable Resources
This flow resource is created by turning the energy from waves and tides into electricity.
Ocean Power
This happens when fish are caught faster than they can replenish their population.
Overfishing
To save trees used for printing, your notes suggest you "go" this.
Paperless
This common seasoning is listed as one of the "Most Valued Resources"
Salt
This specific type of resource must be used exactly when and where it occurs in nature.
Flow Resources
Although it is renewable, geothermal energy plants have this specific environmental disadvantage.
emitting greenhouse gases
This is the term for when fertile land turns into a desert due to drought or human activity
Desertification
Many forests are cleared for this specific type of oil; your notes suggest boycotting products that contain it.
Palm Oil
This lightweight gas is listed among valuable resources like coal and iron.
Helium
While sunlight is a flow resource, these two items are classified specifically as renewable resources because they can be replaced.
Trees/Plants and Wildlife
These two fossil fuels, often found together, are listed as non-renewable "Most Valued Resources"
Oil and Natural Gas
Desertification typically happens in these areas where humidity is very low.
drylands
Surprisingly, your notes suggest this dietary change can help reduce deforestation.
eating less meat
Humans have lost this many square kilometers of tropical rainforest due to deforestation.
10 million square kilometers
This category of resource is considered to have an "unlimited supply"
Flow Resources
Where does Geothermal energy exist?
everywhere
By the year 2000, this percentage of drylands was already at risk of desertification
10-20%
This "triple-R" slogan is listed as a way to do something about deforestation.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
This specific mineral is the primary ore used to produce aluminum.
Bauxite