Resource Conservation (Science)
D
How does the recycling of paper differ from the recycling of other products? a. Recycling paper has no measurable effect on the environment. b. Recycled paper products are more common than other recycled products. c. Other types of recyclable products, such as plastic, are always reused in recyclable products, while paper is not. d. Recycling paper reduces both air and water pollution.
True
Imports of lumber into the United States were down 50% in 2008.
D
Natural resources in the environment must be allocated responsibly. Why is the location of resources a concern? a. Some areas have more access to resources than others. b. Human populations are sometimes concentrated in areas that are lacking resources. c. Areas with fewer resources may need to buy resources from other areas. d. All of the above
False
Water resources include water contained in oceans and seas.
B
What two countries have nearly 50% of global coal reserves? a. United States and Canada b. United States and Russia c. Brazil and Russia d. Brazil and Canada
D
Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource? a. hydropower b. biomass c. geothermal power d. coal
C
Which of the following is true about glass recycling? a. Recycling glass reduces the rate of deforestation. b. Recycling glass eliminates greenhouse gas emissions. c. Recycling glass is an energy-saving practice. d. Recycling glass has an incredibly short turn around time.
A
Which of the following statements about using geothermal energy is not true? a. Geothermal energy can be used to fuel vehicles. b. Geothermal energy can be used as a source of electricity. c. Geothermal energy can be used as a source of heat. d. Geothermal energy is a renewable resource.
Biomass
Which resource can be used for electricity, vehicle fuel, and heat?
Geothermal energy can be used as a source of electricity.
Which statement best describes geothermal energy? Geothermal energy can be used to fuel vehicles. Geothermal energy increases the risk of a nuclear accident. Geothermal energy is the most abundant nonrenewable resource. Geothermal energy can be used as a source of electricity.
