Unit D Natural Resources

Question 1

All of the following are renewable resources EXCEPT:A. WheatB. AirC. PetroleumD. Ranch Animals

Answer 1

All of the following are renewable resources EXCEPT:A. WheatB. AirC. PetroleumD. Ranch Animals

Question 2Farmers understand that different crops pull out different nutrients from the ground. Because of this, farmers change which crops are planted in different field each year. What is the reason that a farmer rotates the crops he plants there?

A. to maintain the look of his cropsB. to reduce the amount of petroleum used for

maintenanceC. to maintain the quality of the soilD. to reduce the number of insects on his crops

Answer 2Farmers understand that different crops pull out different nutrients from the ground. Because of this, farmers change which crops are planted in different field each year. What is the reason that a farmer rotates the crops he plants there?

A. to maintain the look of his cropsB. to reduce the amount of petroleum used for

maintenanceC. to maintain the quality of the soilD. to reduce the number of insects on his crops

Question 3In class we tested 3 brands of paper towels. Each performed differently in the tests. Why is it important for consumers to have a choice when purchasing products?

A. Consumers can choose brands that meet their needs.B. Consumers can support products that use less

packaging and create less waste.C. Consumers can choose brands that provide a good

value.D. All of the above

Answer 3In class we tested 3 brands of paper towels. Each performed differently in the tests. Why is it important for consumers to have a choice when purchasing products?

A. Consumers can choose brands that meet their needs.B. Consumers can support products that use less

packaging and create less waste.C. Consumers can choose brands that provide a good

value.D. All of the above

Question 4

Mrs. Edward’s class is testing the water in Lake Ray Hubbard to determine if chemicals are being dumped in the lake. What safety procedure should they follow?

A. Clean up spills quickly, and then tell the teacher about them

B. Taste the water to see if it tastes like chemical waste

C. Wear goggles to protect their eyesD. Go swimming during the experiment

Answer 4

Mrs. Edward’s class is testing the water in Lake Ray Hubbard to determine if chemicals are being dumped in the lake. What safety procedure should they follow?

A. Clean up spills quickly, and then tell the teacher about them

B. Taste the water to see if it tastes like chemical waste

C. Wear goggles to protect their eyesD. Go swimming during the experiment

Question 5

If the factory in the picture above is not practicing good environmental conservation, what effect could be produced?

A. Good air for flying kitesB. Healthy plant growthC. Air pollutionD. Plentiful animal populations

Answer 5

If the factory in the picture above is not practicing good environmental conservation, what effect could be produced?

A. Good air for flying kitesB. Healthy plant growthC. Air pollutionD. Plentiful animal populations

Question 6What are some ways a person can conserve natural resources?

A. Turning off lights and electronics when they aren’t being used

B. Using an insulated lunchbox instead of a disposable bag

C. Recycling newspapers, aluminum cans, and milk cartons

D. All of the above

Answer 6What are some ways a person can conserve natural resources?

A. Turning off lights and electronics when they aren’t being used

B. Using an insulated lunchbox instead of a disposable bag

C. Recycling newspapers, aluminum cans, and milk cartons

D. All of the above

Question 7

There is no regular trash pick up in Happy Days Neighborhood. Instead, the residents regularly dump their trash in a nearby field. How could they help preserve the nearby wildlife?

A. Take turns taking the trash to the town dumpB. Build a fence to keep out the animalsC. Teach their pets to stay out of the areaD. Post signs that say “No Trespassing”

Answer 7

There is no regular trash pick up in Happy Days Neighborhood. Instead, the residents regularly dump their trash in a nearby field. How could they help preserve the nearby wildlife?

A. Take turns taking the trash to the town dumpB. Build a fence to keep out the animalsC. Teach their pets to stay out of the areaD. Post signs that say “No Trespassing”

Question 8

I am –• A liquid• Mined from the ground• Made from ancient fossils• A nonrenewable resourceWhat am I?

A. CoalB. Natural GasC. PetroleumD. Water

Answer 8

I am –• A liquid• Mined from the ground• Made from ancient fossils• A nonrenewable resourceWhat am I?

A. CoalB. Natural GasC. PetroleumD. Water

Question 9

I am• A liquid• Found above, below,

and on the earth• Used to produce energy• A renewable resource

A. WindB. SunlightC. WaterD. Soil

Answer 9

I am• A liquid• Found above, below,

and on the earth• Used to produce energy• A renewable resource

A. WindB. SunlightC. WaterD. Oil

Question 10

A Christmas tree farmer cuts down trees each year to sell to families to decorate their homes. He says that trees are a renewable resource. Why is this true?

Answer 10

A Christmas tree farmer cuts down trees each year to sell to families to decorate their homes. He says that trees are a renewable resource. Why is this true?

Trees are a renewable resource because new trees can be grown within a lifetime.

Question 11

My power company advertises that 20% of the electricity it sells comes from renewable resources. Which of these could be a way they produce renewable energy?

A. Using coalB. Burning natural gasC. Using wind turbinesD. Burning oil

Answer 11

My power company advertises that 20% of the electricity it sells comes from renewable resources. Which of these could be a way they produce renewable energy?

A. Using coalB. Burning natural gasC. Using wind turbinesD. Burning oil

Question 12

Hayden has a #2 plastic milk jug and a #6 egg carton. Which is easier to recycle?

Question 12Hayden has a #2 plastic milk jug and a #6 egg carton. Which is easier to recycle?

#2 Plastic Milk Jug

Question 13

Trees are a natural resource that we use to make things of wood and paper. What is one way students can conserve trees?

A Writing with pencils rather than pens

B Using cloth towels instead of paper towels

C Throwing used paper in the trash

D Making sure to only use wooden chairs

Question 13

Trees are a natural resource that we use to make things of wood and paper. What is one way people can conserve trees?

A Writing with pencils rather than pens

B Using cloth towels instead of paper towels

C Throwing used paper in the trash

D Making sure to only use wooden chairs

Question 14

Define and give 2 examples of renewable resources.

Answer 14

Define and give 2 examples of renewable resources.

A renewable resource can be replaced or naturally recycled within a lifetime.Ex: plants, animals, water, air

Question 15

Define and give 2 examples of nonrenewable resources.

Question 15

Define and give 2 examples of nonrenewable resources.

A nonrenewable resource cannot be replaced within a lifetime. Ex: coal, oil/petroleum, natural gas, metals, rocks, soil