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What are the different types of natural resources mentioned in the text?
What are the different types of natural resources mentioned in the text?
Renewable and non-renewable resources like forest, water, minerals, food, energy, and land resources.
What are the environmental effects of timber extraction on forests and tribal people?
What are the environmental effects of timber extraction on forests and tribal people?
Deforestation, loss of biodiversity, and displacement of tribal communities.
Describe the issues related to water resources highlighted in the text.
Describe the issues related to water resources highlighted in the text.
Over-utilization, conflicts over water, floods, droughts, and the impacts of dams on ecosystems and communities.
What are the concerns associated with mineral resources exploitation?
What are the concerns associated with mineral resources exploitation?
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Explain the world food problem and the effects of modern agriculture.
Explain the world food problem and the effects of modern agriculture.
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How are energy needs addressed in the text and what are the concerns with using non-renewable energy sources?
How are energy needs addressed in the text and what are the concerns with using non-renewable energy sources?
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Study Notes
Types of Natural Resources
- Timber
- Water
- Minerals
- Food
- Energy
Environmental Effects of Timber Extraction
- Deforestation leads to habitat loss and biodiversity decline.
- Soil erosion and degradation result from the removal of trees, impacting water quality.
- Displacement and cultural disruption of indigenous communities who rely on forests for livelihood and sustenance.
Water Resource Issues
- Scarcity and unequal access to clean water is a global problem, impacting health and development.
- Pollution from industrial activities and agriculture contaminates water sources.
- Over-extraction and unsustainable use lead to depletion of water resources.
Concerns with Mineral Resource Exploitation
- Environmental damage caused by mining, including habitat destruction, soil erosion, and water pollution
- Health risks associated with mineral extraction and processing, affecting both workers and nearby communities
- Social and economic injustices arising from unequal distribution of benefits and burdens of mining activities.
World Food Problem and Modern Agriculture
- Unequal distribution of food, with some regions facing chronic hunger while others experience food waste.
- Modern agriculture intensively uses fertilizers, pesticides, and water, impacting environment and biodiversity.
- Genetically modified crops and monoculture practices raise concerns about food security and biodiversity.
Energy Needs and Concerns
- Growing global energy demand requires exploration of diverse energy sources.
- Non-renewable energy sources, like fossil fuels, emit greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.
- Over-reliance on non-renewable energy sources leads to resource depletion and environmental degradation.
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Test your knowledge on the multidisciplinary nature of environmental studies and natural resources including renewable and non-renewable resources such as forest and water resources. Explore topics like deforestation, water conflicts, and their effects on tribal communities.
