NATURAL RESOURCES

 A natural resource is something that is found in nature and can be used by people. Earth's natural resources include light, air, water, plants, animals, soil, stone, minerals, and fossil fuels. People need some natural resources to stay alive. They use others to make their lives better.

 

Types of Natural Resources

On the basis of their availability, natural resources are divided into two types:

Renewable Resources  &  Non-Renewable Resources

Renewable Resources                              

Renewable resources are resources that are re-established or renewed rapidly in a limited time frame, such as wind, water, air, etc. They can be genuinely recuperated or supplanted after usage. Creatures can likewise be classified as sustainable resources since they can be raised and reared to duplicate posterity to substitute the more seasoned creatures.

Non-renewable Resources 

Non-renewable resources are restricted resources. In the event that these resources are once finished, they won’t be supplanted again. These are the ones that can’t just be subbed or recuperated once they have been used or obliterated.

 

Difference between Renewable and Non Renewable Resources

Renewable Resources	Non-Renewable Resources
It can be renewed rapidly in a limited timeframe	It cannot be subbed once they have been used
Sustainable in environment	Limited in environment
Inexpensive and environmentally friendly	High price and unfriendly to the environment
Wind, water, and air are some examples	Coal and oil are some examples

 

How natural resources are important for survival

Food: Natural resources provide food for humans, plants, and animals 

Shelter: Natural resources provide materials for building shelter 

Energy: Natural resources provide energy for everything we do 

Biodiversity: Natural resources support the survival of plants, animals, and the state of biodiversity 

 

How natural resources are important for economic development

Raw materials: Natural resources provide raw materials for manufacturing sectors 

Trade: Natural resources can generate export revenues that contribute to a country's balance of trade 

Job creation: Natural resources influence industries and job creation 

 

WHAT ARE THE THINGS THAT CAUSE HARM TO THE ENVIRONMENT

Humans impact the physical environment in many ways: pollution, burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and more. Changes like these have triggered climate change, soil erosion, poor air quality, mass extinction, and undrinkable water, among other effects.

         

           

CONCLUSION - In conclusion, the preservation and sustainable management of natural resources is crucial for the well-being of current and future generations, requiring a collective effort to prioritize conservation practices, implement responsible resource utilization strategies, and promote awareness about the environmental impact of our actions to ensure a healthy planet for all.