8 - Mineral and Energy Resources
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Practice Questions
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What are minerals?
💡 Hint: Think of what makes up rocks and the Earth.
Name one example of a metallic mineral.
💡 Hint: Consider metals that are extracted for use.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What are minerals?
💡 Hint: Think of what makes up rocks and ores.
Is coal a renewable resource?
💡 Hint: Consider how long it takes for coal to form.
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss the impact of human activity on the sustainability of mineral resources and propose solutions to mitigate negative effects.
💡 Hint: Consider the balance we need with nature and how we can improve our extraction methods.
Analyze the importance of moving towards renewable energy sources and the challenges that accompany this shift.
💡 Hint: What barriers might we face in changing our energy systems?
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