Topic outline
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Renewable & Non-renewable Resources
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An introduction to renewable and non-renewable resources, for teachers.
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This activity asks students to decide what resources are and to examine different perspectives.
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Students consider resources by producing a list of resources that they need for school.
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Students explore types of resources by investigating the human resources in their school.
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Students examine the uses of the major resources on Earth and their relative importance.
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Students explore hydrogen as an energy resource.
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Students research the time required for a range of resources to renew, examining whether they are considered renewable or non-renewable.
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Student run a paper aeroplane folding relay, considering the factors involved in sustainability of a resource.
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Students explore PV cells, energy flow and the use of solar energy in space exploration. They also examine light intensity, through a short experiment. Finally, they investigate the efficiency of fixed solar panels throughout the year (note: we recommend customising this to your local area).
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Students review the concept of renewable and non-renewable resources by completing definitions, short answer questions and a word sleuth; full of important terms.
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