Conservation: Protecting Our Resources

What You'll Learn

Conservation efforts protect natural resources and biodiversity. Reducing waste, recycling, protecting habitats, and using renewable energy all help preserve Earth's resources.

Key Words

experiment
conclusion
evidence

Materials Needed

scissors
straws
paper clips
rubber bands
string

Safety First

Clean up spills immediately to prevent slipping.
Use materials only as directed in the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: Conservation efforts protect natural resources and biodiversity. Reducing waste, recycling, protecting habitats, and using renewable energy all help preserve Earth's resources.

Step 2 — Do

Gather your materials and set up your workspace.

Step 3 — Observe

Watch carefully for any changes and note the time.

Step 4 — Record

Create a data table to organize your measurements.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is the independent variable?