1. By: Clarissa Guerrero

2. What are they used for?  Silver is used for various things such as: Electronics Mirrors/ coatings Coins Silver jewelry Batteries Solar energy Silverware  Mineral Used in cement Make glass Used in water filtration Ceramics Used in cement Metal alloys Jewelry

3. What is the effect of the use of these resources on the earth?  Silver Silver could be found at hazardous waste if mixed with these compounds soil and/or water.  Mineral Some forest can be tore down for mining which would case damage to the environment.

4. What is the effect of the use of these resources on organisms?  Silver Silver has germicidal effects and kills many lower organisms effectively without harm to higher animals.  Minerals Mining can harm the plants and animals around it.

5. How are they turned into useful energy?  Silver Silver is used in batteries to help them create electricity.  Mineral Coal is mainly the only mineral used for energy.

6. Describe some dangers using and transporting these resources.  Silver Silver nitrate is toxic. It is very poisonous and can cause burns. It can cause permanent blue-grey staining of eyes, mouth, throat and skin(long term).  Minerals Mining these minerals can cause erosion and damage to the biodiversity Can destroy the places were some creatures live.