NGSS MS-ESS3-1 Natural Resources Study Guide

Vocabulary- Write the definition for the following words.

Natural Resource

Renewable Resource

Nonrenewable Resource

Petroleum

Metal Ore

Soil

Mineral

Groundwater

Solar Power

Energy

Understanding Concepts-Answer the following in complete sentences.

1) Describe how natural resources are created and give two examples.

2) Differentiate a renewable natural resource and an unrenewable natural resource.

3) Discuss why resources are generally limited and nonrenewable.

4) Hypothesize as to why resources are specific to certain areas and/or times on Earth.

5) Evaluate how extraction and use of resources by humans decrease the amounts of resources available and changes the overall distribution of these resources on Earth.

6) How is petroleum formed and why is so important to humans?

7) Differentiate clean resources and resources that release pollution.

8) Where are petroleum, metal ores, and soil generally found?

9) How can resources be replenished?

10) Describe how groundwater is being depleted by humans and what role global warming has.

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