United 6 Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is metallic minerals?
A
Minerals that yield a metal when processed
Examples: gold, iron, sliver
2
Q
What are non metallic minerals?
A
Minerals that yield non metals when process
Examples: oil, iron ore
3
Q
What are fossil fuels?
A
Any mineral that can be burn to produce energy
4
Q
What is a renewable resource?
A
A resource that can replace itself unless badly managed
5
Q
What is a no renewable resource?
A
A resource that can only be used once
6
Q
What is softwood?
A
Wood from coniferous trees ( needle leaves trees)
7
Q
What is hardwood?
A
Wood produced from broad leaved trees
