12 Questions
What is the definition of natural resources?
Substances found in nature that are considered valuable in their natural form
How are natural resources classified?
Based on quantity, quality, re-usability, men's activity, and availability
What is the key difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?
Renewable resources can be replaced if managed wisely, while non-renewable resources are lost forever once used
What is the main concern associated with non-renewable resources?
They are lost forever once used up
Why has the demand for natural resources increased over time?
Due to continuous increase in human population
What did E.F. Schumacher introduce to a broad audience in the 1970s regarding natural resources?
Concept of small-scale sustainable resource management
What is the role of forests in reducing global warming?
Absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere
Which of the following is NOT a problem associated with natural resources according to the text?
Space exploration
How do forests contribute to the hydrological cycle?
By consuming CO2 and releasing O2
What is the main economic benefit of forests mentioned in the text?
Providing rubber
Which activity is NOT considered beneficial for forests according to the text?
Timber extraction
How do forests help prevent flash floods and soil erosion?
By reducing the rate of surface run-off of water
Learn about the concept of natural resources and their classification based on quantity, quality, re-usability, human activity, and availability. Explore examples such as water, air, soil, minerals, coal, forests, crops, and wildlife.
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