The impacts of using geological resources
I can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using geological resources and explain how they affect people and the environment.
- Year 8
The impacts of using geological resources
I can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using geological resources and explain how they affect people and the environment.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Geological resources bring money, jobs, and materials we rely on daily.
- Extraction harms landscapes, wildlife, and sometimes local communities.
- Mining and fossil fuels create jobs and support national economies.
- Fossil fuels pollute and add to global warming despite economic value.
- Sustainable alternatives are growing but aren't yet fully replacing fossil fuels.
Keywords
Extraction - the process of removing natural resources from the ground
Fossil fuels - natural substances that were formed over millions of years from the buried remains of ancient organisms; they include coal, oil and gas
Pollution - harmful substances released into the environment
Sustainability - when something is able to continue over a long time
Common misconception
Geological resources are all bad because they damage the environment.
While they can cause environmental harm, they also provide essential materials and economic benefits. The key is understanding both advantages and disadvantages—which is what geographers evaluate.
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