Question

what are known as resources

Answer 1

Renewable resources, such as forests and fisheries, can be replenished or reproduced relatively quickly. ... Some resources, like sunlight, air, and wind, are called perpetual resourcesbecause they are available continuously, though at a limited rate. Their quantity is not affected by human consumption.

Answer 2

Anything which can be used to satisfy one's need is called resources.

They are broadly classified into

1.
Renewable resources : Those that can get replenished over some time.

2.
Non Renewable resources : Those that take thousands of years to form or once they are formed , they cannot be replenished.