Natural Resources

question 88

Multiple Choice

Natural resources

• A)are inputs provided by nature.
• B)include land,rivers,and mineral deposits.
• C)take two forms: renewable and nonrenewable.
• D)All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Pollution Problems

Environmental issues arising from contaminants in the air, water, and soil, adversely affecting life and the planet's ecosystems.

Troposphere

The lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, extending from the surface to about 8 to 15 kilometers (5 to 9 miles) high, where nearly all weather occurs.

Acid Rain

Precipitation that has been made acidic by atmospheric pollution, leading to environmental harm, particularly in forests and lakes.

Risk Analysis

The process of identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing risks followed by coordinated efforts to minimize or control their impact.