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4th Grade Sci U 05
Investigating Natural Resources
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Resources | something that is found in nature and can be used by people. |
| Properties of Soil | texture (particle size), capacity to retain water, and color of soil. |
| Texture | physical feel of something due to the content of particles of various sizes. |
| Capacity to retain water | the amount of water that a given soil can hold. |
| Renewable Resources | a resource which can be used repeatedly and replaced naturally. |
| Nonrenewable Resources | a resource that cannot be replaced by natural means as quickly as it is used. |
| Conservation | the protection of things found in nature. |