Q1
What is a renewable resource?
AOne that can be replenished naturally
BOne that never runs out instantly
COne found only underground
DOne that cannot be used at all
CBSEClass 8 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 1 · Topic 1
Types of Natural Resources
Natural resources can be classified as renewable (replenished naturally) or non-renewable (limited and not easily replaced), based on how th
Core concept
Renewable resources, like sunlight, wind, and water, can be replenished naturally over a relatively short time and are considered more sustainable for long-term use.
How it works
Non-renewable resources, like coal, petroleum, and natural gas, take millions of years to form and are being used up faster than they can be replaced.
Why it matters
Some resources, like forests, can be renewable if managed sustainably (through replanting), but can become non-renewable if overused without proper management.
Key detail
Understanding the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources helps us make better decisions about conservation and sustainable resource use.
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• Renewable resources are replenished naturally.
• Examples of renewable resources: sunlight, wind, water.
• Non-renewable resources take millions of years to form.
• Examples of non-renewable resources: coal, petroleum, natural gas.
• Non-renewable resources are being used up faster than replaced.
• Forests can be renewable if managed sustainably.
• Overuse can make a renewable resource effectively non-renewable.
• Understanding this helps guide conservation decisions.