Group+2+-+Raw+Materials+Use+in+the+United+States

Instructions

1. Review the graph below. Read the title, and the labels on the x and y axes. Review the key or legend.

2. Use the "Discussions" tab to write a short summary explaining what this graph shows. What information is important? Why is it important? What conclusions can you reach from the data presented in this graph?

3. Meet with other students in your group who have reviewed the same graph. As a group, prepare to present the graph to the class. In your presentation you should include the following:


 * an explanation of what the graph shows
 * two things you have learned from the graph
 * a connection to science, technology. Why is this information important or what should we do with it?

Raw material consumption facts A small minority of rich countries are responsible for a large part of the raw material consumption. All together the developed countries comprise only 22% of the world population, but they consume more than 60% of the industrial raw materials.