Question

Define potential resources ?

Answer 1

Potential resources are resources which exist in a region and which can be used in the future. For example:- Mineral oil may exist in many parts of India where sedimentary rocks are found but till it is actually drilled out and put into use, it remains a potential resource.

Answer 2

POTENTIAL RESOURCES :

Resources which are found in a region but have not been developed or utilised are known as potential resources.

Eg: Rajasthan and Gujrat have enormous potential for the development of water and solar energy