Vocabulary
_____ is a material supplied by nature that is used by humans and other organisms
Natural Resource
A natural substance made from one or more minerals.
Rock
What can happen when a nonrenewable resource is wasted?
The supply of the resource on Earth will decrease much quicker than it can be replaced.
True or False: Humans use more resources than any other organism.
True
_______ is a resource that is replenished at a slower rate than it is used
nonrenewable resource
A change that happens because of some kind of action.
Effect
What do you predict will happen if people use forest resources faster than nature can replace resources?
People may run out of forest resources and will not be able to get products that come from the forest.
Activities that reduce our environmental impact are called ______.
ecofriendly
The energy that comes from the movement of water.
hydroelectric energy
A mixture of methane and other gases formed underground and used for energy
Natural gas
Name 1 product that come from forest resources.
Answers: medicine, paper, foods (nuts & fruits)
True or False: Green homes and electric vehicles are examples of using resources well that limit the impact it has on the environment.
True
A material made by nature at least as quickly as people use it
renewable resource
The protection and care of forests, rivers, and other natural resources.
Conservation
Name 4 sources of energy that can be into electrical energy
Answer: water, wind, solar, coal
What are two ways that you can protect Earth’s resources?
Reuse a plastic container; do not waste water
A naturally occurring, nonliving substance.
Mineral
The presence of substances in the environment that are harmful to humans or other organisms.
Pollution