Question

1. four of your classmates make different claims about what the information provided tells us about the use of natural resources. choose the claim that is best supported by the information provided and by your knowledge of how the natural world works.

caitlin: this information tells us that humans should be able to use a natural resource until it is completely gone. new technology will always be available, and we can just make a new substance to replace the one we used up.
shane: this information only tells us that we use bauxite to make aluminum. we cant make any claims about the use of non - renewable natural resources because thats not what aluminum is.
kiley: this information shows that we should look more carefully for natural resources in different parts of the world. only a small part of the geosphere has been explored, and there is still a lot we dont know.
seamus: this information reminds us that natural resources like bauxite are made by geological processes that take a long time. humans should try to recycle and use these resources carefully so that we dont run out because if we do we cant replace them.

Explanation:

Caitlin's claim is incorrect as new technology may not always replace used - up resources. Shane's claim is wrong because bauxite is a non - renewable resource (used to make aluminum). Kiley's claim about exploring more of the geosphere is not directly related to the proper use of non - renewable resources. Seamus' claim is correct as non - renewable resources like bauxite (formed by long - term geological processes) need to be recycled and used carefully.

Answer:

Seamus: This information reminds us that natural resources like Bauxite are made by geological processes that take a long time. Humans should try to recycle and use these resources carefully so that we don't run out because if we do we can't replace them.