Types of Natural Resources

(Non-Renewable) How are they formed? Fossil Fuels: Organic remains compressed over millions of years, Minerals: Geological processes over a long time, Nuclear Fuels: Formed through nuclear processes

Definition of natural resources - Materials or substances found in nature that are used by living organisms.

Definition of renewable resources:Resources that can be naturally replenished over time. Some examples are Solar Energy, Wind Energy,Hydropower, Biomass, Geothermal Energy

Definition of Non-Renewable Resources - Resources that cannot be replaced within a short period.Some examples are: Fossil Fuels (Coal, Oil, Natural Gas), Minerals (Iron, Copper), Nuclear Fuels (Uranium).

How are renewable resources utilized? Solar Energy: Captured using solar panels, Wind Energy: Captured using wind turbines, Hydropower: Energy from flowing water, Biomass: Energy from organic materials,Geothermal Energy: Heat from within the Earth

The advantages and disadvantages for non- renewable resources: Advantages: High energy density, Disadvantages: Depletion, environmental impact

The advantages and disadvantages for renewable energy: Advantages: Sustainable, lower environmental impact, Disadvantages: Intermittent availability (for some)

Environmental Impact for Non-Renewable Resources: Air and water pollution, habitat destruction and Renewable Resources: Lower environmental impact, but some impacts during manufacturing and installation

Importance of Conservation: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Shift to Renewable: Encouraging the use of renewable resources for a sustainable future

Renewable resources are sustainable energy sources that can be naturally replenished. They play a crucial role in creating a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.

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  1. Solar Energy:
  • Definition: Harnessing energy from the sun using photovoltaic cells or solar thermal systems.
  • Applications: Solar panels for electricity, solar water heaters.