14 Questions
Resources are broadly classified into 3 categories- ______, human-made and human.
Natural
Resources derived from living things are called ______ resources.
Biotic
______ resources are not being used presently due to lack of technology.
Potential
Resources that can get renewed or replenished within a short span of time are called ______ resources.
Renewable
Resources that are found everywhere are called ______ resources.
Ubiquitous
Human-made resources are created by humans using ______, knowledge and skills.
technology
______ resources consist of people and their skills.
Human
The need to satisfy their wants drives people to turn raw substances into useful ______.
products
Human resource development is a process of improving people's ______ and knowledge to enable them to be more efficient and productive.
skills
Humans need resources for their ______, they depend on soil, animals, and plants for food.
survival
Sustainable development is fulfilling our present needs without compromising the needs of the ______ generation.
future
The 4 Rs include reducing, reusing, recycling, and ______.
refuse
One way to conserve resources is to ______ paper and plastic.
avoid
Turn off the fans and lights when not in use to ______ energy.
conserve
Study Notes
What is a Resource?
- Anything that has utility or value and is used to satisfy human wants.
Classification of Resources
- Resources are broadly classified into 3 categories: Natural, Human-made, and Human.
Natural Resources
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Derived from nature.
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Classified into:
Based on Region
- Biotic resources: Derived from living things.
- Abiotic resources: Derived from non-living things in nature.
Based on Use and Development
- Actual or developed resources: Resources that have been discovered, developed, and are currently being used (e.g., iron and coal deposits in Jharkhand, petroleum deposits in West Asian countries).
- Potential resources: Resources that are not being used presently due to lack of technology, but can be used in the future when technology advances (e.g., uranium in Ladakh, biofuel, high-speed winds, and solar energy).
Based on Availability
- Renewable resources: Can be renewed or replenished within a short span of time (e.g., forests, wildlife, soil, water).
- Non-renewable resources: Cannot be replenished within a short period of time (e.g., metallic minerals, coal, petroleum, and natural gas).
Based on Distribution
- Ubiquitous resources: Found everywhere (e.g., air, water, land).
- Localised resources: Concentrated in certain regions (e.g., metals, coal).
Human-made Resources
- Created by humans using technology, knowledge, and skills.
- Examples: Houses, roads, schools, banks, machines.
- Technology used to create a resource is itself a human-made resource.
Human Resources
- Consists of people and their skills.
- Most important resource on earth, as all resources derive their meaning and value from the needs of people.
- Human resource development aims to improve people's skills and knowledge to enable them to be more efficient and productive.
- Equips people with the skills needed to have a healthy and satisfying life.
Conservation of Resources
- Humans need resources for survival, and increasing population leads to increased demand and consumption.
- Sustainable development aims to fulfill present needs without compromising future generations' needs.
- The 4Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Refuse.
- Other ways to conserve resources: avoid paper and plastic, close unused apps, switch off fans and lights.
This quiz covers the classification of resources into natural, human-made, and human resources. It also explores the subcategories of natural resources based on region and use.
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