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CH-1
RESOURCES:UTILISATION AND DEVELOPMENT
[Link] the correct option:
1. Future generation will depened upon solar energy because it is-
Inexhaustible
2. Which one of the following resources can be recycled?
Gold
3. All the biotic resources include-
Non-living things
4 Available resources which are not being tapped fully for the time being are called –
Potential resources
5. Which one does not promote conservation of resources?
Use as much resources as required.
B. Fill in the blanks:
[Link] can be used again and again after processing.
[Link] the basis of occurrence resources are classified into two categories Natural and
Manmade .
[Link] of Technology availability of capital and skilledlabour are necessary for
utilization
[Link] countries are economically self sufficient and technologically advanced.
[Link] potential resources need detailed survey for estimating their quantity and quality
C. Write a technical term for each of the following statements:
1. Any material which is used to satisfy human resources Minerals
2 .Resources which cannot be renewed Exhaustible
3 .Resources which are created by human being Man made resources
4. Resources which are syrveyed and developed Actual resources.
5. Sustainable and optimal utilization of resources Conservation.
D. Answer the question very briefly :
Q1. ‘Utility and value of a resource vary from time to time and place to place’. Give
any three examples to support the statement.
1. In ancient times, emphasis was mainly given on satisfying the basic needs, such as food,
clothing and shelter which was derived from the natural environment. Even today, the
pygmies of Africa eat edible plants, roots, flowers and fruits and hunt animals.
2. Earlier human civilisation flourished along the river valleys as they used water for
irrigating fields.
3. Now human beings are using water for generating energy, irrigation navigation and
industries etc.
Q2. Why are Human being considered the most important resources for development?
Ans 2. Humans are considered as the most important resources because human beings are an
asset . it is only with the help of human skill that the other resources can be developed.
Q 3 .Distinguish between Biotic and abiotic resources. Give example for each
Biotic Resources Abiotic resources
1. Resources which are obtained Resources which are non living things are
from biosphere and have life. called abiotic resources.
2. They have the capacity to They do not reproduce and regenerate.
reproduce and regenerate.
3. For example : Birds, forest, For example : Land, Minerals and water
animals, fish.
Q4. Why is there a need for resources planning? Give any three reasons
Ans 4. It important to have resources planning because of the following reasons
1. It helps to identify various resources present in different regions of the country.
2. It helps in conservation of various Non -renewable and exhaustible resources.
3. It helps to take care of future generation
Code : identify ------Resources -----DR of the country
Conservation ----Non-renewable , exhaustible resources
Q5. Mention any six factors on which the utilization of resources depend upon?
Resources become usable when they are processed in several ways. For example wood can be
used for making furniture after the trees are and logs are transported to the factory where
these are cut, shaped and made into furniture
The utilization of resources depends upon various factors such as:
1. Availability of resources.
2. Skills of human beings
3. Advancement of technology {tools, machines etc )
4. Availability of transport and communication facilities
5. Availability of water etc.
Code to learn: Availability ³ + Skill + Advancement
[Link] the following question:
Q1 “Human needs and wants are neither uniform in all parts of the world nor static over
the year.” Explain the statement by giving suitable examples.
. Human needs and wants are neither uniform in all parts of the world nor static over the years.
They generally grow and become complex with the process of change in the society.
1. In ancient times, emphasis was mainly given on satisfying the basic needs, such as food,
clothing and shelter which was derived from the natural environment. Even today, the
pygmies of Africa eat edible plants, roots, flowers and fruits and hunt animals.
2. In advanced societies, greater emphasis has been utilization of resources for satisfying
the multifarious needs of human beings.
3. Utility and value of a resources varies from time to time and place to place.
4. Earlier human civilisation flourished along the river valleys as they used water for
irrigating fields.
5. Now human beings are using water for generating energy, irrigation navigation and
industries etc
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Q2. Distinguish between
1 Renewable and Non -Renewable resources
Renewable Resources Non -Renewable resources
1. Renewable resources are also Non -renewable resources are also
known as inexhaustible known as exhaustible resources
resources
2. Resources which can be Resources which take a longer period
renewed either naturally or by (million of years to be renewed are
human efforts are known as known as exhaustible resources
renewable resources
3. For example : solar energy, air For example : coal, petroleum ,natural
and water gas.
[Link] do you understand by sustainable development? Why is sustainable development
the need of the hour?
Ans3. Sustainable development means developments that takes place without damaging the
environment . Sustainable development meetsthe needs of the present without compromising
the needs of future generation .
We are aware that the resources are limited in their supply and their distribution is highly
uneven in the world. Therefore an urgent need is there to actually maintain a balance between
population, resource planning and conservation. Therefore, it is essential that we:
• Use all renewable resources judiciously.
• Minimise the depletion of natural resources.
• Conserve the varied species.
[Link] are the basis of classification of resources?
Ans 4. Classification of resources is done on the following basis
Classification based on Renewability: Renewable resources are also known as inexhaustible
resources which can be renewed either naturally or by human efforts, are known as renewable
resources.
Resources which take a longer period (millions of years) to be renewed are known as non-
renewable resources. they are known as exhaustible resources as they cannot be renewed.
Classification based on Origin: Resources which are obtained from biosphere and have life
(living beings) are known as biotic resources. for example, birds, animals, fish forests etc
All non-living resources are known as abiotic resources for example land, water, minerals
Classification based on occurrence: Resources available from nature in the form of water,
minerals forests etc. and used by human beings to satisfy their needs are known as natural
resources.
Resources created by human beings to satisfy their needs are known as man-made resources
for example roads buildings machines etc
Classification based on the development of resources: Resources which are available in any
country but are not fully tapped, are known as potential resources
The actual resources of a country are those which have been thoroughly surveyed and their
quantities are ascertained .
Learning technique Flow chart ( refer to page no 2) for the chart