All the things which are available in nature which can be used are called Natural Resources
So,different types of Natural Resources are
- Sun
- Water
- Air
- Soil
- Minerals
- Forests
- Wildlife
Different Types of Natural Resources
Natural resources can be either Renewable Natural Resources, or Non-Renewable Natural Resources
Renewable Natural Resources
Those Natural Resources which can be used again and again are called Renewable Natural Resources. They can be replaced or replenished
Example - Sun, Water, Plants, Animals
Sun and air are present in abundance in the Nature.
And, we can grow more plants.
Similar, the animals can reproduce.
Non-Renewable Natural Resources
Those Natural Resources which cannot be replaced once they are used are called Non-Renewable Natural Resources.
Example - Fossil Fuels, Minerals
Both fossil fuels and minerals take thousands of years to form again. So, once used, they cannot be used again. Therefore, they are non-renewable
