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Worksheet about Earth's Resources | ||
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| Subject: Geology | ||
| 6th Grade | ||
| Term 1 | ||
| Year: 2023/2024 | ||
| Size: 232.5KB | ||
| Number of clicks: 97 | ||
| Publish date:November 24, 2023 | ||
| Added by: Eman | ||
| Last download date: 2024-09-13 19:16:06 | By: theodor Carlos Rodriguez | |
| File info: Earth provides a wide range of natural resources that are essential for sustaining life and supporting human civilizations. These resources can be broadly categorized into the following types: 1. Water: Water is one of the most vital resources on Earth. It is essential for drinking, agriculture, industrial processes, and maintaining ecosystems. Freshwater, found in rivers, lakes, and groundwater, is a limited resource that requires careful management. 2. Minerals: Earth is rich in various minerals that are mined for industrial and commercial purposes. These minerals include metals like iron, copper, gold, silver, aluminum, and precious stones like diamonds. They are used in construction, manufacturing, technology, and energy production. 3. Fossil Fuels: Fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals. They are the primary sources of energy worldwide, used for electricity generation, transportation, heating, and industrial processes. However, their combustion releases greenhouse gases and contributes to climate change. 4. Renewable Energy: Earth also provides renewable sources of energy, which are crucial for a sustainable future. These include solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, geothermal energy, and biomass. These sources are replenished naturally and have a lower environmental impact compared to fossil fuels. 5. Forests: Forests are valuable resources that provide timber, wood products, and non-timber forest products. They play a crucial role in carbon storage, regulating climate, preserving biodiversity, and providing habitats for numerous species. 6. Agricultural Resources: The Earth's fertile soils support agricultural activities and provide food resources. Crops, livestock, fisheries, and aquaculture are essential for meeting global food demands. Sustainable agricultural practices are necessary to protect soil fertility, water resources, and biodiversity. 7. Air and Atmosphere: The Earth's atmosphere is a vital resource that provides the air we breathe. It contains oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and other gases necessary for supporting life. Protecting air quality is important for human health and the well-being of ecosystems. 8. Biodiversity: Earth's diverse ecosystems support a wide array of plant and animal species, which are valuable resources in themselves. Biodiversity provides ecosystem services such as pollination, nutrient cycling, water purification, and natural pest control. Preserving biodiversity is crucial for maintaining ecological balance and sustaining life on Earth. It is essential to manage and utilize Earth's resources sustainably, considering long-term environmental, social, and economic factors. Responsible resource extraction, conservation efforts, and the development of renewable alternatives are key to ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. | ||
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