Renewable/Non-renewable resources
What is a renewable resource?
Are resources that can be replenished naturally over time
What is an example of a renewable resource?
Solar energy
Wind energy
Water energy
Plant and animal materials
Natural resources can be classified as renewable or nonrenewable based on how quickly they can be replenished.
True or False
True
When is the social studies Quiz?
Wednesday.
It conserves _________ resources by reusing materials like paper, plastic, and glass.
Natural
What is non-renewable energy?
Are resources that cannot be replenished on a human timescale, they are gone forever if they are used up.
What is an example of a Natural Resources?
Water
Air
Soil
Minerals
Forest
Who Wanted to Protect the Grand Canyon?
Theodore Roosevelt
Recycling gains the amount of waste sent into landfills
True or False
False
What is an example of a non renewable resource?
Coal
Oil
Natural Gas
Metals such as gold and copper
What is the definition to a Natural Resource?
Something found in nature that people can use.
What do National Parks Help Protect?
Endangered species
Natural landscapes
Natural resources like water, plants and animals
What is one type of pollution?
Air Pollution
Water Pollution
Soil Pollution
How does wind, solar, or water energy help the environment?
By minimal to no fossil fuels being released into the air.
Why are Natural Resources important?
Humans and animals rely on them for food, shelter, and energy.
Why did Theodore Roosevelt want to protect National Parks?
He wants people for many years to visit them and see their beauty.
By recycling, we help protect ___________ and reduce habitat destruction.
Wildlife