Natural Resources

fluorite, quartz, graphite, and talc

4 common minerals: ___________________________

nonrenewable

Oil, natural gas, and coal are examples of _________________ energy

renewable

Sunlight, wind, and water are examples of ___________________ energy

geological processes

__________ form minerals of thousands of years

fossil fuels

a material such as coal, oil, and natural gas that are formed under Earth's surface from dean plants and animals.

conservation scientist

a scientist who ensure that natural resources are sensibly used and that threats to the environment from human activity are reduced or eliminated.

metal

a substance that conducts heat and electricity, tends to be shiny, and is used for many industrial applications

hydrocarbon

a substance that is made of hydrogen and carbon

renewable resource

elements available in nature that are naturally replenished

heat; igneous

minerals are formed when constant __________ and pressure are applied, or from the crystallization of __________________ rock.

minerals

naturally occurring solids that can be found on and beneath Earth's surface

nonrenewable resource

resources available in nature that are not easily replenished.

conservation

the act of protecting and preserving the environment and resources available in nature.

quartz

used by computer manufacturers and electronics and watches

talc

used in cosmetics and talcum powders, paint, paper, rubber, and plastic

graphite

used in pencils, used as a lubricant for machine parts, and in batteries

fluorite

used in toothpaste, steel and ceramic industries, and optics industry.