This key facts covers Key Definitions within Finite & Renewable Resources for GCSE Chemistry. Revise Finite & Renewable Resources in Using Resources for GCSE Chemistry with 20 exam-style questions and 17 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 5 of 16 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Key Definitions
- Finite resources - Materials that exist in limited quantities and cannot be replaced once used up (at least not within human timescales)
- Renewable resources - Materials that can be replenished naturally within human timescales through biological or physical processes
- Sustainability - Meeting present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
- Circular economy - An economic model that eliminates waste by keeping materials in use for as long as possible
Practice questions for Finite & Renewable Resources
Which of the following best describes a finite resource?
State what is meant by sustainable development and give two examples of how chemistry can contribute to it.
Quick recall flashcards
What are finite resources?
Materials that exist in limited quantities and cannot be replaced once used up (at least not within human timescales). Examples include fossil fuels and metal ores.
What are renewable resources?
Materials that can be replenished naturally within human timescales through biological or physical processes. Examples include solar energy, wind, and biomass.