What Are Natural Resources?

Question 1

Adjustments to timber management strategies meant to address long-term shortfalls will _______.

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lead to initial shortfalls in timber supplies

Question 2

Genetically engineered bacteria are being developed to produce alternative fuels.

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T

Question 3

Wild animals are not considered a natural resource.

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F

Question 4

Why does fossil fuel use in the United States make the U.S. vulnerable to the political wishes of foreign countries?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The US imports much of its petroleum from foreign countries which set the prices.

Question 5

Fossil fuels are an important natural resource used by society. Which of the following best describes fossil fuels?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They are organic fuels derived from ancient plants and animals.

Question 6

Water would be considered a(n) _______.

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actual renewable resource

Question 7

The leading cause of limited water supplies is _______.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

low precipitation

Question 8

How can reduced precipitation lead to limited water availability?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It may lead to drought.

What Are Natural Resources? Answers