Which is a negative aspect of fossil fuels?
A. They are difficult to find.
B. They cause pollution on Earth.
C. They take a long time to produce energy.
D. They are difficult to transport.
B. They cause pollution on Earth.
Which fossil fuel is considered the most abundant in the United States?(1 point)
Coal is considered the most abundant fossil fuel in the United States.
Which statement best explains an environmental outcome of using fossil fuels for energy?(1 point
Fossil fuels contribute to air pollution and climate change, leading to negative environmental outcomes such as global warming, acid rain, and respiratory diseases.
A farmer wants to properly manage her soil to prevent a situation like the Dust Bowl. What is the best way to manage the soil?(1 point)
The best way to manage soil and prevent a situation like the Dust Bowl is to practice sustainable soil management techniques like crop rotation, conservation tillage, cover crops, and applying organic matter to the soil. These practices help to maintain soil structure, prevent erosion, and improve soil health.
A farmer wants to properly manage her soil to prevent a situation like the Dust Bowl. What is the best way to manage the soil?(1 point)
Responses
frequently dig the soil to get rid of unwanted plants
frequently dig the soil to get rid of unwanted plants
allow plants such as grass to root in it
allow plants such as grass to root in it
remove humus from the soil
remove humus from the soil
water the soil frequently
allow plants such as grass to root in it
Which statement best explains an environmental outcome of using fossil fuels for energy?(1 point)
Responses
When fossil fuels are burned, hazardous ash is created and carried through the environment by wind and dropped into nearby lakes and ponds.
When fossil fuels are burned, hazardous ash is created and carried through the environment by wind and dropped into nearby lakes and ponds.
Fossils fuels produce waste that exposes humans to dangerous levels of radiation.
Fossils fuels produce waste that exposes humans to dangerous levels of radiation.
Fossil fuels release carbon dioxide which plants use to make food.
Fossil fuels release carbon dioxide which plants use to make food.
When fossil fuels are burned, they release toxic gases into the air that cause pollution and increase global warming.
When fossil fuels are burned, they release toxic gases into the air that cause pollution and increase global warming.
Natural Resources Unit Test
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Why is soil considered a vital resource?(1 point)
Responses
It provides the source of material for different landforms.
It provides the source of material for different landforms.
It is the place where all nutrients on Earth are stored.
It is the place where all nutrients on Earth are stored.
It plays a variety of roles for plants and animals.
It plays a variety of roles for plants and animals.
It is hard to destroy and easy to make.
It is hard to destroy and easy to make.
It plays a variety of roles for plants and animals.
Which describes a renewable energy resource?(1 point)
Responses
It consists of carbon and hydrogen molecules.
It consists of carbon and hydrogen molecules.
It is less expensive than fossil fuels.
It is less expensive than fossil fuels.
It produces less pollutants than fossil fuels.
It produces less pollutants than fossil fuels.
It is more prone to serious accidents.
It is more prone to serious accidents.
It produces less pollutants than fossil fuels.
Natural Resources Unit Test
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Use the graph to answer the question.
The vertical axis ranges from 0 to 100 in increments of 10. The horizontal axis lists dates from 1776 to 2018. The data is as follows. 1776: Wood, 100%. 1801: Wood, 100%. 1826: Wood, 100%. 1851: Wood, 90%. Coal, 10%. 1876: Wood, 65%. Coal, 34%. Petroleum, 1%. 1901: Wood, 20%. Coal, 61%. Petroleum, 3%. Natural gas, 3%. Hydroelectric, 3%. 1926: Wood, 5%. Coal, 65%. Petroleum, 20%. Natural gas, 7%. Hydroelectric, 3%. 1951: Wood, 2%. Coal, 38%. Petroleum, 40%. Natural gas, 16%. Hydroelectric, 4%. 1976: Wood, 20%. Petroleum, 45%. Natural gas, 29%. Nuclear, 2%. Hydroelectric, 4%. 2001: Coal, 25%. Petroleum, 35%. Natural gas, 20%. Nuclear, 18%. Hydroelectric, 1%. Other renewable, 1%. 2018: Coal, 15%. Petroleum, 35%. Natural gas, 30%. Nuclear, 12%. Hydroelectric, 1%. Other renewable, 7%. The values used in the description are approximate.
Which has been the primary source of energy in the most recent century?
(1 point)
Responses
wood and coal
wood and coal
hydroelectric and other renewables
hydroelectric and other renewables
petroleum, natural gas, and coal
petroleum, natural gas, and coal
wood and nuclear
wood and nuclear
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petroleum, natural gas, and coal
Use the scenario to answer the question.
Edwin buys a water bottle, reuses it twice, and then recycles it. Eleanor buys a water bottle, reuses it twelve times, and then throws it away.
Which energy cost would apply to Edwin, but not to Eleanor?
(1 point)
The energy cost associated with recycling the water bottle would apply to Edwin, but not to Eleanor.
Use the scenario to answer the question.
Edwin buys a water bottle, reuses it twice, and then recycles it. Eleanor buys a water bottle, reuses it twelve times, and then throws it away.
Which energy cost would apply to Edwin, but not to Eleanor?
(1 point)
Responses
the cost of processing the bottle after it was no longer used
the cost of processing the bottle after it was no longer used
the cost of transporting the bottle to the store
the cost of transporting the bottle to the store
the cost of transporting the bottle away from the house
the cost of transporting the bottle away from the house
the cost of producing the original bottle
the cost of producing the original bottle
the cost of processing the bottle after it was no longer used
Your class goes on a field trip to observe drilling machinery. The geologists at the drill site show you displays of drilled rocks to compare different types of drills and methods. The drilled holes in one rock display are significantly larger than the holes drilled in the display next to it. Given this information, which statement is correct? (1 point)
Responses
The rock display with larger holes shows copper drilling, which is closer to the surface.
The rock display with larger holes shows copper drilling, which is closer to the surface.
The rock display with larger holes shows petroleum drilling, which is deep underground.
The rock display with larger holes shows petroleum drilling, which is deep underground.
The rock display with smaller holes shows petroleum drilling, which is closer to the surface.
The rock display with smaller holes shows petroleum drilling, which is closer to the surface.
The rock display with smaller holes shows copper drilling, which is deep underground.
The rock display with larger holes shows petroleum drilling, which is deep underground.
Ocean waves are a source of energy. In 1–2 sentences, make and justify a claim about whether ocean waves are a renewable or nonrenewable resource.(2 poin
Ocean waves can be considered a renewable resource as they are constantly produced by the wind and tides. Even though the intensity of the waves may vary, as long as there are winds and tides, ocean waves will continue to be a source of energy.
In three to five sentences, explain the effects of acid rain on the environment.(4 points)
Acid rain can have harmful effects on the environment. It can lower the pH level of waterways, making it difficult for aquatic life to survive. Acid rain can also make soil too acidic for plants and trees, reducing crop yields and damaging forests. It can lead to increased air pollution, corrosion of buildings and structures, and respiratory problems for humans and animals. Overall, acid rain has a negative impact on the environment, leading to both short and long-term effects.
Larger companies often need many workers who do different steps in the transportation process, instead of each member doing all steps in the process they do a single step before handing it to another worker to do the next step.
Imagine that you are the head of a large company that wants to retrieve raw materials. In three to five sentences, describe three different jobs your company may need and explain the purpose of those jobs.
(4 points)
As the head of a large company retrieving raw materials, three different jobs that my company may need are truck drivers, warehouse managers, and procurement specialists. The truck drivers are responsible for the transportation of the raw materials from the point of extraction to the warehouse. Warehouse managers oversee the storage and maintenance of the raw materials in the warehouse until they are needed for production. Procurement specialists are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials from suppliers at the lowest cost possible. These three jobs are essential in the transportation process and ensure the smooth movement of raw materials to the production site.
Use the graph to answer the question.
The vertical axis is labeled millions and ranges from 0 to 900 in increments of 100. The horizontal axis is labeled year and lists dates from 1700 to 2000 in 100-year increments. The line for population starts at 90 million for 1700 and with a slow growth rate reaches to 120 million by 1900. The line then rises with a high growth rate and reaches beyond 600 million by 2000. The line for steel consumption starts from 0 in 1860 and reaches 20 million by 1900. The line then rises with a high growth rate to reach beyond 800 million by 2000. The values used in the description are approximate.
What can you conclude about steel consumption and population size in 1850?
(1 point)
Since there is no data on steel consumption or population size provided for the year 1850, no conclusion can be made about their relationship at that point in time.
Consumption of Mineral Resources Quick Check
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Use the graph to answer the question.
The vertical axis is labeled millions and ranges from 0 to 900 in increments of 100. The horizontal axis is labeled year and lists dates from 1700 to 2000 in 100-year increments. The line for population starts at 90 million for 1700 and with a slow growth rate reaches to 120 million by 1900. The line then rises with a high growth rate and reaches beyond 600 million by 2000. The line for steel consumption starts from 0 in 1860 and reaches 20 million by 1900. The line then rises with a high growth rate to reach beyond 800 million by 2000. The values used in the description are approximate.
What can you conclude about steel consumption and population size in 1850?
(1 point)
Responses
The population was around 100 million and steel consumption began.
The population was around 100 million and steel consumption began.
Steel consumption was around 100 billion and the population was beginning to grow.
Steel consumption was around 100 billion and the population was beginning to grow.
Steel consumption was around 100 million and the population was beginning to grow.
Steel consumption was around 100 million and the population was beginning to grow.
The population was around 100 billion and steel consumption began.
The population was around 100 billion and steel consumption began.
The population was around 100 million and steel consumption began.
Which is the most practical approach that can be done by anyone to reduce dependence on nonrenewable energy sources?(1 point)
Responses
using high power generators
using high power generators
using recycled materials in house construction
using recycled materials in house construction
using hydroelectric power
using hydroelectric power
saving electricity at home
saving electricity at home
Which is a direct result of increased consumption of metals?(1 point)
Responses
pollution from mining operations
pollution from mining operations
climate change from the use of metals
climate change from the use of metals
rising sea levels
rising sea levels
increased human population
increased human population
pollution from mining operations
Which natural resource is mined to produce a digital phone?(1 point)
Responses
natural gas
natural gas
copper
copper
plastic
plastic
coal
coal
copper
Which form of energy can be connected closely to climate change?(1 point)
Responses
coal
coal
solar
solar
hydroelectric
hydroelectric
wind
coal
Which choice would have the smallest impact on climate change when purchasing apples at the store?(1 point)
Responses
buying apples in large quantities to reduce trips to the store
buying apples in large quantities to reduce trips to the store
buying apples that are locally grown
buying apples that are locally grown
buying apples from farms that plan to use organic practices
buying apples from farms that plan to use organic practices
buying apples that have no packaging
buying apples that have no packaging
Which orders the activities from the greatest to least impact to reduce consumption of fossil fuels?(1 point)
Responses
carpool to work, walk to work, drive an electric car to work
carpool to work, walk to work, drive an electric car to work
drive alone to work, drive an electric car to work, carpool to work
drive alone to work, drive an electric car to work, carpool to work
walk to work, carpool to work, drive alone to work
walk to work, carpool to work, drive alone to work
drive an electric car to work, walk to work, carpool to work
drive an electric car to work, walk to work, carpool to work
drive an electric car to work, carpool to work, walk to work
Natural resources Unit
What is a nonrenewable resource?
What is a nonrenewable resource?
A resource that is in limited supply
A resource that is in limited supply
A resource that is used for energy
A resource that is used for energy
A resource that can replace itself quickly
A resource that can replace itself quickly
A resource that harms the environment when it is used
A resource that harms the environment when it is used
A resource that is in limited supply.
Natural Resources Unit
Coal is a very useful rock that formed over millions of years from the remains of plants. Is coal a mineral?
No, Coal is not a mineral because coal can be burned to produce electricity and heat.
No, Coal is not a mineral because coal can be burned to produce electricity and heat.
Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks that are useful to people are minerals.
Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks that are useful to people are minerals.
Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks are no living solid minerals.
Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks are no living solid minerals.
No, coal is not a mineral because coal is made of dead plants.
No, coal is not a mineral because coal is made of dead plants.