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How do synthetic products supplement natural resources in food production?
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Using the Earth's resources and obtaining potable water
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How do synthetic products supplement natural resources in food production?
Answer
Synthetic products, such as fertilizers and pesticides, supplement natural resources by enhancing crop yields and protecting plants from pests and diseases. This allows for more efficient food production and can help meet the growing demand for food.
Explanation
A strong answer should directly address the approved learning objective to describe examples of resources used by humans for warmth, shelter, food and transport. This question belongs to Using the Earth's resources and sustainable development within Using the Earth's resources and obtaining potable water, so the response should use that exact curriculum context rather than a generic statement. The answer is correct when it names the key idea, explains the link to food, and keeps the wording specific to AQA GCSE revision.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Resource Examples
Students often confuse examples of resources used for warmth, shelter, food, and transport, providing unrelated items instead.
Focus on specific examples such as wood or coal for warmth, bricks or concrete for shelter, crops like wheat for food, and vehicles like cars or bicycles for transport.
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