Q1 How can we conserve resources ? (5 points ) Q2 Why should we conserve resources ? (5 points )
Answers
Ans 1 Ways to save and conserve natural resources.
1. Use of alternative sources of power such as solar and wind energy.
2. Plant trees to prevent soil erosion.
3. Practicing of judicious ways to conserve water in our homes.
4. Use pipelines to transport oil. The oil leaks are detrimental to the flora and fauna. Most of this species die as a result of this oil spills. Pipelines’ are examples of modern ways of transporting oil.
5.Growing of vegetation in catchment areas.
Ans2.
1. To maintain the essential ecological process and the life support systems such as air, water, land, flora and fauna.
2. To ensure proper and planned utilization of natural resources so that these are continuously available for utilization.
3. To preserve biological diversity (both genetic diversity and ecological diversity).
4. Resources are vital for any developmental activity.
5. Remember our future generation will need also our Natural Resources.
Hope it helps.