Natural Resources and Economic Development
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What is a common characteristic of renewable resources?

  • They are always in short supply
  • They can be replenished over time (correct)
  • They are usually found in high concentrations
  • They are non-living components
  • What is a primary goal of sustainable development?

  • Meeting present needs without compromising future generations (correct)
  • Increasing human capital
  • Reducing global inequality
  • Maximizing economic growth
  • What is a key component of sustainable development?

  • Social equity
  • Environmental protection (correct)
  • Human capital
  • Economic growth
  • Which of the following is an example of an abiotic resource?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is economic development primarily measured by?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of citizens participated in the 2019 federal elections in Belgium?

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate percentage of Belgians who volunteer regularly?

    <p>1 in 5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the voter turnout in the 2019 presidential elections in Sri Lanka?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the status of civic education in Belgian schools?

    <p>Compulsory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the system of governance in Sri Lanka?

    <p>Decentralized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the trend of volunteering in Sri Lanka?

    <p>Growing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Resources

    • Natural Resources:
      • Renewable resources: water, air, soil, forests, fish
      • Non-renewable resources: fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas), minerals (iron, copper, gold)
    • Classification of Resources:
      • Biotic: living organisms (plants, animals)
      • Abiotic: non-living components (water, soil, air, minerals)
    • Distribution of Resources:
      • Uneven distribution globally
      • Factors influencing distribution: climate, geology, geography

    Development

    • Economic Development:
      • Improvement in standard of living, economic growth, and income
      • Measured by GDP, HDI (Human Development Index), and GNI (Gross National Income)
    • Sustainable Development:
      • Meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs
      • Three pillars: economic growth, social equity, environmental protection
    • Factors Influencing Development:
      • Natural resources
      • Infrastructure (transportation, communication)
      • Human capital (education, skills)
      • Institutional factors (governance, policies)
      • Globalization and trade

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