Natural Resources
Chemistry: AQA GCSE Higher, topic 10.1.6
Natural Resources
Natural resources form without human involvement. They are usually found in the Earth's crust, oceans or atmosphere and are used for energy, building materials and food. We split natural resources into two categories:
Renewable resources
- Renewable resources don't run out as they are regenerated quicker than they're used. Examples include:
- Timber
- Fresh water
- Food
Non-renewable resources
- Non-renewable resources are regenerated at a much slower rate than we use them. Examples include:
- Fossil fuels
- Nuclear fuels
- Metal ores
Test yourself on Natural Resources
Which of the following takes longer to form?
The categories of natural resources
Why are metal ores and fossil fuels classified as non-renewable resources?
Where are natural resources usually found?