2nd Grade Unit 3 - Social Studies

Conservation refers to the act of protecting and preserving resources, while pollution, extraction, and waste typically involve the depletion or damage of resources.

A continent is a large continuous landmass, while an island is a landmass surrounded by water, a peninsula is a landmass surrounded by water on three sides, and an archipelago is a group of islands.

Geography is the study of Earth's physical features and environment as well as the human impact on it. Biology, astronomy, and physics are scientific disciplines that focus on different aspects of the natural world outside of Earth and human interactions.

A globe is a spherical model of Earth, while a map is a flat representation, compass is a navigational tool, and sundial is a timekeeping device.

A landform refers to a natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plains, etc. It is the result of various geological processes shaping the landscape over time.

Resources are naturally occurring materials or substances that can be used to fulfill the needs of a population. Commodity, asset, and merchandise are closely related terms but refer to different aspects of consumption and economics.

Climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area, while the other terms refer to short-term weather predictions, the measure of heat or cold, and the division of the year based on changes in weather patterns, respectively.

Some plants have adapted to thrive in harsh desert conditions where there is limited water availability.

The correct way to protect natural resources is by reducing usage, reusing items, and recycling materials. The incorrect answers suggested would actually harm natural resources rather than protect them.