Resource security Flashcards
1
Q
What is a resource?
A
Something that can be perceived as useful
2
Q
What is an aquifer?
A
A body of porous rock or sediment saturated with groundwater.
3
Q
What is water stress?
A
When renewable water supplies are below 1700m3 per person.
4
Q
Why is energy consumption higher in more economically developed countries? (4 answers)
A
- Better development means more energy consuming technology
- Wealth
- Disposable income
- Availability of renewable and non-renewable resources
5
Q
What are inferred or possible resources?
A
Estimated using limited information. Low confidence: greater risk
6
Q
What is an indicated resource?
A
Geological conditions are estimated to determine grade of deposit
7
Q
What is a proven reserve?
A
Proven reserves are a measure of fossil fuel energy reserves
8
Q
What is a probable reserve?
A
Economic extraction of the measured and/or indicated resource is justified
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