Renewable and Non-Renewable Resources

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Which of the following is NOT a renewable resource?

Coal (correct)

Water

Wind energy

Solar energy

What is the main reason why some renewable resources are affected by human activities?

Lack of resourcefulness

Climate change

Overuse of resources (correct)

Natural disasters

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

Availability

Replenishment rate (correct)

Usage rate

Distribution

What affects the distribution of natural resources?

Physical factors like terrain, climate, and altitude Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the amount of resources available for use?

Stock of resource Signup and view all the answers

Why are non-renewable resources considered non-renewable?

Because they have a limited stock and take thousands of years to be replenished Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable resource?

Coal Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the careless use of certain renewable resources?

Decreased stock Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe resources that are derived from nature and used without much modification?

Natural Resources Signup and view all the answers

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

One is replenished quickly, while the other is not Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a natural resource that can be used directly?

The air we breathe Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe resources that are drawn from nature, but take a long time to replenish?

Non-renewable Resources Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a natural resource?

Cotton cloth Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of tools and technology in using natural resources?

To use natural resources in the best possible way Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a human-made resource?

Cotton cloth Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe resources that are created by humans?

Human-made Resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between natural resources and human made resources?

Natural resources are used in their original form, while human made resources are modified. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a renewable resource?

Crops Signup and view all the answers

Why was iron ore not a resource initially?

Because people did not know how to extract iron from it. Signup and view all the answers

What is a human made resource?

A natural resource that is modified to make it more useful. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of overuse on renewable resources?

It decreases their stock. Signup and view all the answers

What is a human resource?

The number and abilities of people. Signup and view all the answers

What can people do to create more resources from nature?

Have the knowledge, skill, and abilities to modify natural resources. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a non-renewable resource?

Iron ore Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Renewable Resources

Renewable resources are those that get renewed or replenished quickly.
Examples of renewable resources include solar energy, wind energy, water, soil, and forest.
Water seems to be an unlimited renewable resource, but shortage and drying up of natural water sources is a major problem in many parts of the world.

Non-Renewable Resources

Non-renewable resources are those that have a limited stock, and once exhausted, it may take thousands of years to be renewed or replenished.
Examples of non-renewable resources include coal, petroleum, and natural gas.

Distribution of Natural Resources

The distribution of natural resources depends upon physical factors like terrain, climate, and altitude.
The distribution of resources is unequal because these factors differ greatly over the earth.

Types of Resources

Resources are generally classified into natural, human-made, and human resources.
Natural resources are those drawn from nature and used without much modification, such as air, water, soils, minerals, and medicinal plants.

Human-Made Resources

Human-made resources are created by using natural resources, such as buildings, bridges, roads, machinery, and vehicles.
Technology is also a human-made resource.

Human Resources

Human resources refer to the number (quantity) and abilities (mental and physical) of people.
People can make the best use of nature to create more resources when they have the knowledge, skill, and the ability to do so.

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Description

This quiz covers the differences between renewable resources, such as solar energy and water, and non-renewable resources, which have a limited stock and may take thousands of years to renew.