Question

Do you think that resources are free gifts of nature as is assumed by many ? Explain. (5)​

Answer 1

Answer:

They are not free gifts of nature as : (i) Resources are a function of human activities, ... (iii) They transform material available in our environment into resources and use them. For example river is a natural resource but river become a resource when its water is used for irrigation or power production.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Resources:- Everything available in our environment which can be used to

satisfy our needs. It is technologically accessible, economically feasible and

culturally acceptable.

No, resources are not a free gift of nature because:-

1. Resources are a function of human activities.

2. Human beings themselves are an essential component of resources.

3. Human beings transform material available in our environment into resources

and use them.

4. With the use of technology and interaction with nature and creating

institutions to increase the consumption for economic development.