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At a Glance

• Natural resources are natural materials and substances that we all use to meet our needs.

• Natural resources are divided into two types: renewable and non-renewable.
• It is important to use all natural resources wisely to protect our environment and ensure their

availability for future generations.
• The term sustainability refers to meeting our needs without exploiting the environment.
• Natural resources are independent materials such as air, water, soil, plants, animals, and
minerals that humans cannot modify.
• To achieve sustainability, we must protect our environment, conserve resources for the future,

guarantee access to clean water and air, foster a fair and just society, and enhance the quality
of life.
• The United Nations established the Sustainable Development Goals, called SDGs, to create a
better, healthier, and fairer world.
• There are 17 SDGs aimed at creating a more sustainable, equitable, and peaceful world for all
by 2030.

Tick ( ) the correct option.

1. How many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by the United Nations in
2015?

a. 5 b. 10

c. 15 d. 17

2. Which SDG focuses on "Gender equality"?

a. SDG 5 b. SDG 3
c. SDG 6 d. SDG 12

3. What is the target year for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals?

a. 2040 b. 2050

c. 2030 d. 2025

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