Define resource explain different type of classification of resources.
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A resource is a source or supply from the nature from which a benefit to the mankind is produced.Also it has some utility or some use.
Resources ca be classified into 2 types:-
1) Renewable or Non-Conventional Resources:-These type of resources have ample amount of reserves in earth.They don't cause any type of pollution to the environment.Examples are solar, wind,tidal,hydroelectric,etc.
2) Non-Renewable or Conventional Resources:-These type of resources have limited amount of reserves in earth.They cause pollution when they are used.Examples coal,crude oil,etc.
Resources can be classified in the following ways:
(a) On the basis of origin – biotic and abiotic
(b) On the basis of exhaustibility – renewable and non-renewable
(c) On the basis of ownership – individual, community, national and international
(d) On the basis of the status of development – potential, developed stock and reserves