Classification of Natural Resources
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Which type of forest experiences a mean annual temperature between 24 and 27 degrees Celsius?

  • Evergreen forest
  • Moist tropical forest (correct)
  • Dry tropical forest
  • Montane sub-tropical forest

In which region are the semi-evergreen forests found according to the text?

  • Northern India
  • Southern India
  • Western Coast (correct)
  • Eastern Himalaya

Which tree species is NOT mentioned as part of the important plant varieties in the moist tropical forest?

  • Semul
  • Bamboos
  • Rosewood
  • Acacia (correct)

Which type of forest is characterized by trees that drop their leaves in winter?

<p>Dry tropical forest (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the Montane sub-tropical forests mainly generated according to the text?

<p>Western Ghats (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tree is NOT listed as a significant tree of the Montane sub-tropical forest?

<p>Mangoes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the Indian population is currently engaged in agricultural practices?

<p>Approximately 70% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of India's land is currently under cultivation?

<p>47% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of India's total cultivated area is covered by the Green Revolution areas with irrigation facilities?

<p>30% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the lack of food production keeping pace with the growing demand in India?

<p>Declining soil fertility (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been the impact of converting forests, grasslands, and wetlands to agricultural use in India?

<p>It has led to serious ecological problems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the global increase in food production?

<p>Increased use of water, plant, animal, and energy resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to prevent deforestation according to the text?

<p>Strengthening forestry institutions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can deforestation be reduced through people's participation?

<p>Expanding forest areas by planting trees with people (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What adverse effect does unsustainable timber extraction have on forests according to the text?

<p>Loss of biodiversity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action can help in mitigating the exploitation of tribal people by timber contractors?

<p>Implementing stricter regulations on timber extraction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can climate change, such as lower precipitation, be linked to unsustainable timber extraction?

<p>Loss of forest cover leading to lower precipitation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in preventing deforestation related to the use of forest products as mentioned in the text?

<p>Supporting reduce, recycle, and reuse of forest products (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following minerals is NOT used in the computer industry?

<p>Silicon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of aluminum mentioned in the text?

<p>Structural material and packaging (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the information provided?

<p>Copper is used in the coin industry and for making pipes and wire. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral element is used in the nuclear bomb industry?

<p>Uranium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of platinum mentioned in the text?

<p>Jewellery and industrial catalysts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the mineral resources found in India?

<p>India has a variety of mineral resources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an inexhaustible resource?

<p>Solar energy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

<p>Renewable resources can be regenerated, while non-renewable resources cannot. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the quality of inexhaustible resources?

<p>The quality of inexhaustible resources may change, but their quantity remains unchanged. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the consumption of renewable resources exceeds their rate of renewal, what can happen?

<p>The quality of the resources may be affected, and they may even be exhausted. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the classification of resources based on their exhaustibility and renewability?

<p>Exhaustible resources can be further classified as renewable or non-renewable. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor determines whether a resource is considered renewable or non-renewable?

<p>The ability to regenerate the resource through management. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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