RESOURCES PART -1
POINTS TO REMEMBER
1. What are Resources?
- Anything that satisfies human needs is a resource.
- It should be useful, accessible, and have economic, cultural, or
technological value.
2. Types of Resources
- Natural Resources: Found in nature (e.g., air, water, minerals, forests).
- Human-made Resources: Created by humans (e.g., buildings,
machines, roads).
- Human Resources: People with skills and knowledge (e.g., doctors,
teachers).
3. Natural Resources Classification
- Renewable Resources: Can be replenished (e.g., sunlight, water,
forests).
- Non-renewable Resources: Limited supply, take millions of years to
form (e.g., coal, petroleum).
4. Resource Conservation
- Why important? Many resources are limited and can be exhausted.
- Methods: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Sustainable use, Afforestation.
5. Sustainable Development
- Using resources in a way that meets present needs without harming
future generations.
- Example: Using solar energy instead of fossil fuels.
Important Question & Answers
1. What is a resource?
→ Anything that satisfies human needs and has value is a resource.
2. Give two examples of each type of resource.
- Natural Resources: Water, Coal
- Human-made Resources: Roads, Machines
- Human Resources: Teachers, Scientists
3. What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable
resources?
- Renewable: Can be regenerated (e.g., wind energy).
- Non-renewable: Once used, cannot be replaced (e.g., petroleum).
4. Why is resource conservation important?
→ To prevent resource depletion and ensure availability for future
generations.
5. How can we conserve resources?
- Use energy-efficient appliances.
- Reduce wastage of water.
- Promote recycling and reusing.
6. What is sustainable development?
→ Using resources wisely so that they are available for future
generations.
7. Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resources.
Renewable Non-Renewable
Resources Resources
Can be Can be exhausted
replenished if overused.
naturally over
time.
Available in Limited and take
unlimited or millions of years
abundant supply. to form.
Examples: Examples: Coal,
Sunlight, wind, petroleum,
water, forests. natural gas,
minerals.
More sustainable Less sustainable
and eco-friendly. and can cause
pollution.
