importance to Canada's Economy
How do natural resources help Canada's economy?
They create jobs.
Where do natural resources come from?
The Earth
Are minerals renewable or non-renewable.
Non-renewable.
Name one renewable resource.
Trees.
What products come from forestry?
Paper and wood.
What is exporting?
Selling goods to other countries.
Are natural resources made by humans?
No
Name one non-resources run out?
Oil
Is water a renewable resource?
Yes
What is forestry?
Managing and cutting trees.
Do natural resources help communities grow?
Yes
Name two natural resources.
Water and tress.
Why most non-renewable resources be conserved?
Because they are limited.
What happens if renewable resources are overused?
They can become depleted.
Name one problem caused by poor forestry practices.
Deforestation.
Why do countries buy Canada's resources?
Canada has many natural resources.
Why do humans need natural resources?
For food, shelter, energy, and jobs.
Why can non-renewable resources run out?
They take millions of years to form.
Why are renewable resources important?
They can be reused if managed well.
Why is forestry important in Canada?
Canada has larger forests.
Name one job linked to natural resources.
Miner/ farmer/ fisher/ logger.
What is a natural resource.
A material from Earth that people use
What is a non-renewable resources?
A resource that cannot be replaced quickly.
What is a renewable resource?
A resource that can be replaced naturally.
What is sustainable forestry?
Cutting trees and replanting.