Chapter: Resources – Revision Guide
1. Bullet Point Revision Notes
What is a Resource?
● Anything that can be used to satisfy human needs is a resource.
● A resource has utility or usability.
● Examples: Water, minerals, forests, electricity, time, technology.
Types of Resources
A. Natural Resources
● Derived from nature, used without much modification.
● Classified based on:
○ Origin: Biotic (e.g., plants, animals), Abiotic (e.g., rocks, water).
○ Renewability: Renewable (e.g., solar energy), Non-renewable (e.g., fossil
fuels).
○ Development: Potential (yet to be used), Developed (currently in use).
○ Distribution: Ubiquitous (everywhere) or Localised (specific places).
B. Human-made Resources
● Created by humans using natural resources.
● Examples: Roads, buildings, machinery, vehicles.
C. Human Resources
● People who can provide services, knowledge, or skills.
● Quality of human resource improves with education, training, and health.
Conservation of Resources
● Sustainable development is the key.
● Sustainable Development: Using resources to meet present needs without
compromising future generations.
● Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Refuse – Four Rs for conservation.
2. Important Question-Answer Section
Q1: Define the term ‘resource’.
A: A resource is anything that has utility and can be used to satisfy human wants.
Q2: What are the different types of resources?
A: Natural, Human-made, and Human resources.
Q3: What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?
A:
● Renewable: Can be replenished naturally (e.g., sunlight, wind).
● Non-renewable: Limited in supply, take millions of years to form (e.g., coal,
petroleum).
Q4: What are ubiquitous and localized resources?
A:
● Ubiquitous: Found everywhere (e.g., air).
● Localized: Found in specific areas (e.g., iron ore).
Q5: Why are human beings considered a resource?
A: Because they can develop and use other resources through knowledge, skill, and
technology.
Q6: What do you mean by sustainable development?
A: Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of
future generations to meet their own needs.
Q7: What is the significance of time and technology in making a substance a
resource?
A: Time and technology transform substances into usable resources. For example,
petroleum became valuable only after the invention of machines that use fuel.
3. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?
a) Water
b) Air
c) Coal
d) Sunlight
Answer: c) Coal
2. Who among the following is a human resource?
a) Teacher
b) Book
c) Hospital
d) Building
Answer: a) Teacher
3. Which of the following is not a natural resource?
a) Water
b) Soil
c) Roads
d) Forest
Answer: c) Roads
4. The process of using resources carefully and giving them time to get renewed is
called:
a) Destruction
b) Wastage
c) Conservation
d) Consumption
Answer: c) Conservation
5. Which is an example of a ubiquitous resource?
a) Coal
b) Petroleum
c) Iron
d) Air
Answer: d) Air
6. Which of these is a man-made resource?
a) Coal
b) Machinery
c) Water
d) Minerals
Answer: b) Machinery
7. Which one of these is a biotic resource?
a) Air
b) Rock
c) Animal
d) Metal
Answer: c) Animal
8. The resources that are found in a particular area are called:
a) Renewable resources
b) Ubiquitous resources
c) Localized resources
d) Natural resources
Answer: c) Localized resources
9. Which is an example of a potential resource?
a) Solar energy in Rajasthan
b) Forests in Amazon
c) Coal in Jharkhand
d) Rivers in Assam
Answer: a) Solar energy in Rajasthan
10. Which of the following is a renewable resource?
a) Natural gas
b) Minerals
c) Water
d) Petroleum
Answer: c) Water
4. Map Pointing Questions
Locate and mark the following on the political map of India:
1. One region with large reserves of coal – Jharkhand
2. One area rich in iron ore – Odisha
3. A region known for solar energy potential – Rajasthan
4. A state with large forest cover – Madhya Pradesh
5. A major river source – Ganga (Uttarakhand)
6. A coastal area known for fisheries – Kerala
7. A region where wind energy is utilized – Tamil Nadu
5. 40-Mark Final Worksheet
Section A: Very Short Answer (1 mark each) – 5 Questions
1. Define utility.
2. Give one example of a localized resource.
3. What is meant by human-made resources?
4. Name a resource that can become a resource only with technology.
5. What are biotic resources?
Section B: Short Answer (2 marks each) – 5 Questions
6. What is the difference between natural and human-made resources?
7. How can humans improve the quality of human resources?
8. List any two examples of renewable and non-renewable resources.
9. What is meant by conservation of resources?
10. Why are resources distributed unequally on the Earth?
Section C: Long Answer (4 marks each) – 5 Questions
11. Explain any four principles of sustainable development.
12. Classify natural resources on the basis of origin and explain each.
13. How do time and technology help in transforming substances into resources?
14. Describe three types of resources with suitable examples.
15. Explain with examples: (a) Ubiquitous resources (b) Localized resources.
Section D: Map Work (5 marks)
16. On an outline map of India, mark the following:
● One coal-rich region
● One solar energy region
● One river basin
● One state with high wind energy potential
● One iron ore-rich area
