questions from intro slides: module 3 (natural resources)

What are natural resources?

Resources that occur naturally within environments that exist relatively undisturbed by mankind, essential for survival or satisfying wants.

What defines renewable resources?

Resources that can be replenished fairly easily within a human lifespan.

Name three common renewable energy sources.

Solar, wind, and hydropower.

What is a challenge faced by renewable energy sources?

Low efficiencies and high capital costs.

What are non-renewable resources?

Resources that cannot be replenished, or not within our lifetime.

What are fossil fuels formed from?

Plants and organisms from the carboniferous period, primarily in swamps.

What are the three main types of fossil fuels?

Coal, oil, and natural gas.

What is Canada's global standing in freshwater resources?

Canada holds 20% of the world's surface freshwater and 7% of its renewable water flow.

What percentage of Canada's land is covered by forests?

35%, accounting for 9% of the world's total forests.

What is Canada's rank in global timber production?

Fourth in timber production globally.

What is the deforestation rate in Canada?

Less than 0.02% annually.

What are the main fossil fuels available in Canada?

Oil, natural gas, and coal.

What is Canada's position in global oil production?

Fifth largest oil producer with 168 billion barrels of proven oil reserves.

What is the top renewable energy source in Canada?

Hydropower, generating almost 60% of its electricity.

What percentage of Canada's energy supply comes from renewables?

Nearly 20%.

What is Canada's rank in global uranium production?

Second largest uranium producer.

What is the economic value of Canada's mineral production in 2021?

$55.5 billion.

What are the leading minerals produced in Canada by value?

Gold (25%), coal (14%), iron ore concentrates (12%), potash (9%).

How rich is Canada in potash?

1st in potash with 1.1 million tonnes.

What is the significance of Canada's uranium policy?

Canada's uranium is only used for peaceful purposes under its non-proliferation policy.

What is the economic value of Canada's mineral production in 2021?

$55.5 billion

Which mineral does Canada produce the most of globally?

Potash, primarily from Saskatchewan

What percentage of Canada's mineral production is gold?

25%

What is Canada's rank in the world for potash production?

1st

How much gold does Canada produce, ranking it globally?

3.2K tonnes, ranking 5th

What are the top three minerals produced in Canada by value?

Gold (25%), Coal (14%), Iron ore concentrates (12%)

What is Canada's rank in oil production?

3rd, with 168 billion barrels

How many tonnes of uranium does Canada produce, and what is its global rank?

859K tons, ranking 3rd

What are Canada's water reserves estimated at?

2.9 trillion cubic metres