Geography
Chapter 1 Class 8 Geography - Resources

Distinguish between Natural resources and Human - made resources

 

Answer:

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Basis

Natural resources

Human-made resources

Meaning

Resources that are drawn from nature and used without much modification are called natural resources.

Human-made resources are the resources that are created by human beings using their knowledge, skills and technology.

Source

Natural resources are obtained from the physical or non-living environment or from living organisms.

Human-made resources are derived from natural resources by processing or modifying them.

Example

Water, air, minerals , natural vegetation etc

Buildings, roads, machinery and vehicles etc.

 

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