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    Nabojit Bhattacharjee

    Class 9, Section E
    Subject – Science
    Session - 2023-24
    What is Natural Resources?

    Natural resources are the things present in the environment that can be used by humans. Three
    important natural resources are water, fossil fuels, like coal and petroleum, and forest and
    wildlife Natural resources are the things present in the environment that can be used by humans.
    Three important natural resources are water, fossil fuels, like coal and petroleum, and forest and
    wildlife.

    Examples of Natural Resources

    Oil, coal, natural gas, metals, stone and sand are natural resources. Other natural resources are air,
    sunlight, soil and water. Animals, birds, fish and plants are natural resources as well. Natural
    resources are used to make food, fuel and raw materials for the production of goods.

    Importance of Natural Resources


    Natural resources play an important role in our lives. They are essential to the world’s economic,
    social and environmental well-being. We rely on natural resources for food, water, fuel, and much
    more.
    1. Natural Resources and Solar Power:
    Natural resources play an important role in solar power. Solar panels depend on sunlight to generate
    electricity; without the sun, there would be no solar power. The fact that solar energy is a renewable
    natural resource is a huge benefit.

    2. Agriculture and Natural Resources:


    Humans have utilized natural resources since they transitioned from hunting and foraging lifestyle
    to one based on agriculture. Plants, animals, trees, soil, water, fuel, energy, and a variety of other
    natural resources are all required for agriculture, as well as for building agricultural equipment.
    For example, agricultural land with poor soil quality or too much dryness will not yield as much as
    one with ideal conditions.

    3. Natural Resources and Industries:


    Natural resources are important for industries because they provide the raw materials needed to
    produce products. Without these resources, industries would not be able to function.
    For example, the oil and gas industry relies heavily on natural resources such as crude oil and
    natural gas. These materials are used to power vehicles and other machinery.

    4. Natural Resources and Energy:


    The world today runs on energy. Natural resources such as wind, water, tides, geothermal heat,
    solar radiation, fossil fuels, petroleum, and many others are used to generate energy Fossil fuels like
    coal and oil have been the traditional sources of energy for centuries.

    5. Natural Resources and Wealth:


    A country rich in natural resources is effectively wealthy, as these resources can be converted into
    financial capital.

    6. Air and Natural Resources:


    Air is one of the most important natural resources on Earth it provide us with the oxygen we need
    to breathe, but it also influences our climate and weather. The air is made up of a mixture of gases,
    including nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and also water vapor. It is a vital part of the water cycle
    and oxygen cycle.

    7. Medicinal utilization of natural resources


    There can be no denying the importance of natural resources in medicine. Over 60% of the global
    population relies on plants for medicinal care, and herbs are used in both their raw and modified
    forms to treat illnesses and disorders.

    8. Natural Resources and Ecosystem Services


    The importance of natural resources in the environment depends significantly on ecosystem
    services or the benefits humans gain from nature.
     Regulatory services refer to how ecosystems help to regulate the Earth’s systems, including
    climate, water cycle, etc.
     Provisioning services are the goods and resources we get from ecosystems, such as food, water,
    medicine, etc.
     Cultural services are the non-material benefits we gain from ecosystems, such as recreation and
    aesthetic enjoyment.
     Supporting services are the necessary functions that ecosystems provide for other services to be
    possible, such as pollination and decomposition.
    9. Natural Resources and Scientific Studies
    Numerous enthusiastic scientists have been and continue to be inspired by the presence of natural
    resources in the environment. This has led them to pursue additional research and create products
    that have benefited humanity and, subsequently, the entire world.

    10. Natural Resources Importance in Employment


    Natural resources are important to employment, Agriculture, manufacturing, and energy production
    all rely heavily on natural resources.
    There are many industries that can benefit from the use of natural resources. For example,
    construction companies need sand, rock, and wood to build houses and roads, factories need
    minerals and metals to produce goods, and agricultural companies need land to plant crops.

    12 Ways To Conserve Natural Resources

    1. Practice Recycling 2. Use Energy-Efficient Lights

    Recycling is a great starting point Switch your light bulbs to LED

    3. Choose Reusable Goods 4. Turn Off The Water When Not In Use

    Avoid single-use plastics. Use water judiciously


    5. Conserve Energy At Home 6. Walk Short Distances, Bike, Or Carpool

    The turning off when not in use Save fuel and reduce traffic & greenhouse gas emission

    7. Avoid Non-Recyclable Packaging 8. Use Renewable Energy

    Avoid single-use plastics and Styrofoam for packing. Use Solar Panel save non-renewable energy
    Use recycled plastic and cardboard.

    9. Go Thrift Shopping 10. Use less Paper

    Buy higher-quality items at smaller volumes. Prevent trees

    11. Go Minimal 12. Eat Less Meat

    Avoid Overconsumption The livestock industry is notorious waste

    Other Ways To Conserve Natural Resources.


    1. Educate Others 2. Organize Community Activities
    3. Promote Sustainable Farming 4. Initiate Waste Segregation Programs

    Why Is Conserving Natural Resources Important?


    Natural resources are such an integral part of daily life, so it’s hard to think that they could possibly
    run out. However, over the years, rapid economic developments, population growth, and
    urbanization have led to the depletion of these resources.

    It’s clear that non-renewable resources are in danger of running out. They can take centuries to
    renew but are used at exploitative rates—which means that there’s a massive backlog of renewals
    needed for the resources to become abundant once again.

    Meanwhile, there’s undoubtedly a ton of renewable resources in the world—but usage is growing at
    an alarming rate. So despite replenishing quickly, scarcity is inevitable due to increased
    consumption or environmental changes. This is already evident in places like Afghanistan, where
    years of drought have led to water scarcity.

    As the population continues to grow in theWorld, so does the demand for natural resources. Even
    the country’s rich reserve of natural resources can’t keep up with exhaustive practices, such as
    illegal logging, human-induced pollution, and cyanide fishing. If these resources are not protected
    now, there won’t be anything left for future generations.

    Alternate Resources
    Hydropower
    Hydropower is one of the oldest forms of energy used by humans and has been used worldwide
    throughout history. Hydropower harnesses the natural energy of water to create electricity example
    dams.

    Wind energy
    Wind energy is one of the cleanest forms of alternative energy available. It has one of the lowest
    negative impacts on the environment of any energy source, and its use reduces the need for energy
    sources that create carbon emissions and pollution. Basically, wind turbines capture kinetic energy
    from the wind and use it to generate electricity.

    Biomass
    Biomass is reliable, but not quite as clean as the other sources on this list. It is generated from
    wood, straw, energy crops, agricultural byproducts, and municipal and industrial waste. Biomass is
    used in the same way as fossil fuels: it is burned to produce steam, which can be used for electricity
    generation.

    Solar energy
    Solar power is the alternative energy source most people know about because it’s the most common
    form to see around our homes. While the term solar power actually includes harnessing both the
    sun’s light and its heat, harnessing sunlight through solar panels is the most efficient. Solar power
    also has the unique benefit of being extremely scalable. We can install solar panels on any rooftop
    anywhere in the world, so there’s a lot of potential for solar power in the future, especially when
    panels become more effective at harnessing the sun’s energy.

    Geothermal
    Geothermal energy is harnessed from the natural heat beneath the Earth’s surface to create steam to
    power generators. The power plants for geothermal energy can even be built underground, which
    means they take up very little space. One of the environmental benefits of geothermal energy is that
    it produces virtually no carbon emissions. It is also very reliable and requires little maintenance
    once established.

    Tidal energy
    Tidal power is another form of hydropower, but instead of dams, it uses the natural pattern of ocean
    and river currents to drive turbines. Tidal power is even more reliable than hydropower but less
    common because tidal power plants have to be built in what are often areas of outstanding natural
    beauty.

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