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4.48 Natural Resources, Energy and Environmental Effects Worksheet

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This Grade 4 Science worksheet provides structured practice on 4.48 Natural Resources, Energy and Environmental Effects. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Natural Resources, Energy and Environmental Effects - Select statements that correctly classify resources as renewable or nonrenewable and explain environmental effects of their use. (NGSS 4‑ESS3‑1; DCI ESS3.A/C)

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

A class compares two resources. Resource A is replaced by sunlight each day. Resource B is mined and forms over millions of years. Which classification is correct?

AResource A is nonrenewable, and Resource B is renewable

BBoth are renewable

CBoth are not natural resources

DResource A is renewable, and Resource B is nonrenewable

Solution & Explanation:A resource replaced quickly by nature is renewable; a mined resource that forms over millions of years is nonrenewable.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

Which statement about conserving natural resources is best?

AUsing more of every resource always helps nature

BConservation only matters for rocks

CUsing less energy and reducing waste can help conserve resources

DPeople cannot change how many resources they use

Solution & Explanation:Conserving resources means using them carefully and reducing waste.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

Why should people compare more than one environmental effect before choosing an energy source?

AOnly the first effect matters

BOne choice may help with air pollution but still affect land, water, or wildlife

CEffects cannot be compared

DThe best choice is always the cheapest

Solution & Explanation:Energy decisions often involve trade-offs, so more than one environmental effect should be considered.

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QWhat grade level and standards does this worksheet align with?

This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 4 Science students. It aligns with educational standard ESS.4.48 (Analyze how resource use and energy choices affect the environment.).