Using Natural Resources Alycia, Griffin, Kai, Samuel, and Will.

Plants and soil Their are three types of soil the three kinds are clay, silt, and sand. Their are three types of soil the three kinds are clay, silt, and sand. Clay soil is made up of the very smallest particles Clay soil is made up of the very smallest particles Silt particles feel smooth. Silt particles feel smooth. Sand may also contain feldspar or other minerals Sand may also contain feldspar or other minerals

How resources last longer For many years, the world has used nonrenewable resources to meet most of its energy needs. Restoring soil, forests, or fishing area can be very difficult and costly.

Soil Many animals make their homes in soil such as rabbits. Many animals make their homes in soil such as rabbits. Water brakes apart rocks and other materials to make soil. Water brakes apart rocks and other materials to make soil.

Renewable energy sources Green plants need sunlight for photosynthesis. Green plants need sunlight for photosynthesis. The solar energy is transferred to the animal food chain. The solar energy is transferred to the animal food chain. Animals use chemical energy stored in plants they eat. Animals use chemical energy stored in plants they eat.

Ingredients in soil Pieces of different kinds of weathered rocks are a key ingredients in soil. Pieces of different kinds of weathered rocks are a key ingredients in soil. Soil is full of other things too, such as decaying plants and animal remains. Soil is full of other things too, such as decaying plants and animal remains. Decomposing material called humus. Decomposing material called humus.