Natural Resources & Energy

Matter vs. Energy Natural Resources could be considered forms of Matter But what about the Energy they “create”…? In your notebook compare & contrast Matter vs. Energy…discuss with those around you

Natural Resources Natural resource - any energy source, organism, or substance found in nature that people use If these resources are used faster than they are replaced, they will run out.

Renewable Resources Renewable resource- a natural resource that can be replaced in nature at about the same rate it is used

Examples of Renewable Resources Sunlight (Solar) Wind Water (Hydro) Trees and other plants Animal waste (Biomass) Geothermal Hydrogen Fuel Cells

Nonrenewable Resources Nonrenewable resource- a natural resource that is used up faster than it can be replaced in nature

Examples of Nonrenewable Resources Coal Oil (Fossil Fuels) Natural gas Uranium (Fuels Nuclear Power) Minerals and rocks

Generation Bean You have a cup with a number on the bottom – 1, 2, 3 or 4 Generation 1’s come up and fill your cup with as many beans as you like Followed by generation 2, then 3, then 4

Generation Bean What’s the problem? If you took a full cup, that is enough natural resource energy for you, your children and your grandchildren…and you just used it for you  If you took a half cup, that is enough for you and your children…and you wasted it  If you took about a quarter cup, or just a couple beans that means you have enough for you AND you have conserved natural resource energy for future generations…yay!!! 

Generation Bean In your notebook (p ), predict what each color of bean may represent and based on your prediction, how could we fix this problem?

Can We Fix This? Black Beans – represent oil, coal, natural gas. You should have the most of those since those are what we use the most of Are they renewable or non-renewable? So can we put any back?

Can We Fix This? Red Beans – represent water. You should have the second most of those since that is the next most used resource. Are they renewable or non-renewable? So we should be able to put them all back right…????

Can We Fix This? White Beans – represent electricity…we use A LOT of electricity in the United States compared to the rest of the world Is something like electricity renewable or non-renewable?

Question: So, why don’t we use more renewable natural resources to create energy?

Answer: Because just like everything there are Pros & Cons to each energy source…what could they be? In your notebook, brainstorm a list of things that would affect the energy source we chose to use…discuss with those around you

What is CONSERVATION? conserving something; saving something; reduction of use In this case – cut back on OVERUSE of ENERGY!

What you can do Set your home’s thermostat a few degrees lower. For each one-degree change, your family can save up to 5 percent on your home’s heating and cooling costs! Turn off lights and all electronics (like computers, televisions, stereos, and video-games) when you leave a room. Use the microwave instead of the oven for cooking your meals. Use machines like washers, dryers, and dishwashers after 8 p.m. Open your blinds or curtains on sunny winter days to let the sun shine into your home. Save hot water by taking short showers instead of baths. Turn off the water while you brush your teeth. Occasionally hold a ribbon up to the edges of your home’s windows. If air is leaking into, or out of, the house, the ribbon will move. If you find a leak, let someone in your family know so they can fix it.

Homework: Do some research… 1) For you homework I want you to create some type of visual to compare and contrast Energy and Matter 2) AND bring in at least 1 website that discusses the pros and cons of different energy sources along with your technology

Quick Write/Ticket Out: Why is any of this Important?

Energy Proposal Project Example My Location: Los Angeles, California My Resource: Biodiesel powered cars My Inspiration: The smog/air pollution problem AND the Rob & Big episode where they convert Big’s car to run on oil from fast food restaurants

Pros & Cons of Energy Sources You must complete the initial background research on each energy source before you make the decision for your project! You also should have brought with you a website to start your research…

Energy Proposal Plan Look at my example & use the checklist provided to make sure that you meet all requirements!! Read them NOW…do you have any questions? * Does NOT have to be typed, but it must be NEATLY hand written!