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

  • Coal
  • Sunlight (correct)
  • Minerals
  • Natural gas

    • Exhaustible natural resources can be replenished quickly by human activities.

    False (B)

    What is a natural resource that can be exhausted by human activities?

    Coal

    The process of using resources excessively is known as __________.

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

    Match the following types of resources with their characteristics:

    <p>Inexhaustible Resources = Available in unlimited quantities Exhaustible Resources = Limited in quantity and can be depleted Natural Resources = Obtained from nature Man-made Resources = Created through human efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following materials is categorized as a man-made resource?

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

    Forests are classified as inexhaustible natural resources.

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

    List two examples of inexhaustible natural resources.

    <p>Sunlight and air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fuels is typically used in heavy motor vehicles?

    <p>Diesel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Petrol and diesel are obtained from a natural resource known as coal.

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

    Where was the world's first oil well drilled?

    <p>Pennsylvania, USA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Petroleum is formed from ________ living in the sea.

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

    What does the word 'petroleum' mean?

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

    Match the following regions with their petroleum sources:

    <p>Assam = India Gujarat = India Pennsylvania = USA Makum = India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason oil and gas float on water?

    <p>They are lighter than water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The layers covering dead organisms that form petroleum are made of sand and ________.

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

    What term is often used to refer to petroleum due to its commercial significance?

    <p>Black gold (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Natural gas cannot be easily transported through pipes.

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

    What is the process called that separates the various constituents of petroleum?

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

    Hydrogen gas obtained from natural gas is used in the production of __________.

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

    Which of the following is NOT a use of kerosene?

    <p>Motor fuel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following constituents of petroleum with their uses:

    <p>Petroleum Gas (LPG) = Fuel for home and industry Petrol = Motor fuel and aviation fuel Kerosene = Fuel for stoves and lamps Diesel = Fuel for heavy vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Compressed natural gas (CNG) is used for power generation.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one type of man-made plastic derived from petrochemicals.

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

    What is the primary advantage of using CNG as a fuel compared to petroleum products?

    <p>It is less polluting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fossil fuels are renewable resources.

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

    What petroleum product is commonly used for surfacing roads?

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

    Fossil fuels are __________, __________, and __________.

    <p>coal, petroleum, natural gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process describes the formation of coal from dead vegetation?

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

    Petroleum can be refined into several products including diesel and kerosene.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done regularly to maintain an efficient vehicle?

    <p>Regular maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following fossil fuels with their descriptions:

    <p>Coal = Solid fossil fuel formed from dead vegetation Petroleum = Liquid fossil fuel refined for various products Natural Gas = Gaseous fossil fuel primarily composed of methane Coke = Solid carbonaceous material derived from coal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of coke?

    <p>It is almost pure carbon. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Kerosene is a fossil fuel.

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

    Explain why fossil fuels are considered exhaustible natural resources.

    <p>Fossil fuels are exhaustible because they take millions of years to form and are being consumed at a much faster rate than they can be replenished.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Coal tar is a mixture of various __________.

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

    Match the following fuels with their characteristics:

    <p>CNG = Less polluting than petrol Petrol = Commonly used in vehicles Coal = A solid fossil fuel Natural Gas = Used for heating and cooking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    CNG is more polluting than petrol.

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

    Describe the process of formation of petroleum.

    <p>Petroleum is formed from the remains of ancient marine organisms subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which year had the highest recorded power shortage percentage in India from 1991 to 1997?

    <p>1997 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Natural Resources

    • Natural resources can be classified as inexhaustible and exhaustible
    • Inexhaustible natural resources are present in unlimited quantity and are not likely to be exhausted by human activities like sunlight and air
    • Exhaustible natural resources are limited and can be exhausted by human activities, such as forests, wildlife, minerals, coal, petroleum, and natural gas

    Coal

    • Coal is a solid fossil fuel formed from dead vegetation over millions of years
    • Coal is used as a fuel in many industries and power plants
    • Coal is formed in a process called carbonization
    • Coke, coal tar, and coal gas are products of coal

    Petroleum

    • Petroleum is a dark oily liquid with an unpleasant odour formed from marine organisms
    • Petroleum is a mixture of various constituents, including petroleum gas, petrol, diesel, lubricating oil, paraffin wax, and more
    • Petroleum is refined to separate its constituents, and the process is carried out in petroleum refineries
    • The world's first oil well was drilled in Pennsylvania, USA, in 1859
    • In India, oil is found in Assam, Gujarat, Mumbai, and the river basins of Godavari and Krishna
    • Petroleum is called ‘black gold’ due to its great commercial importance

    Natural Gas

    • Natural gas is a fossil fuel used for power generation and transported through pipes
    • Natural gas is stored under high pressure as compressed natural gas (CNG)
    • Hydrogen gas obtained from natural gas is used for the production of fertilizers

    Fossil Fuels

    • Fossil fuels are exhaustible resources that were formed from the dead remains of living organisms millions of years ago
    • Fossil fuels should be used judiciously as they are limited

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    This quiz covers the classification of natural resources into inexhaustible and exhaustible categories. It includes details about coal and petroleum, their formation processes, uses, and products. Test your knowledge on these vital resources and their implications.

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