CBSE Grade 10th geography resources and development

Question 1

What are resources?

Answer 1

Resources are substances or objects that are useful and can be utilized to meet human needs.

Question 2

Define renewable resources.

Answer 2

Renewable resources are resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

Question 3

True or False: Non-renewable resources can be replenished within a human lifespan.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

What is an example of a non-renewable resource?

Answer 4

Coal is an example of a non-renewable resource.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The three types of resources are ______, ______, and ______.

Answer 5

natural, human, and capital resources.

Question 6

Which type of resource includes human skills and labor?

Answer 6

Human resources.

Question 7

What is the significance of sustainable development?

Answer 7

Sustainable development aims to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Question 8

True or False: Development only refers to economic growth.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is the role of technology in resource development?

Answer 9

Technology enhances the efficiency of resource extraction, utilization, and management.

Question 10

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of resource? A) Natural B) Human C) Infinite D) Capital

Answer 10

C) Infinite

Question 11

What is the term for the process of managing resources sustainably?

Answer 11

Resource management.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: ______ resources are obtained from the earth, air, and water.

Answer 12

Natural

Question 13

What is the primary challenge of resource development?

Answer 13

Balancing resource use with environmental conservation.

Question 14

True or False: All resources are evenly distributed across the globe.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What is the significance of human resources in development?

Answer 15

Human resources are crucial for driving economic growth and innovation.

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a renewable resource? A) Oil B) Natural Gas C) Wind D) Coal

Answer 16

C) Wind

Question 17

What does the term ‘resource depletion’ refer to?

Answer 17

Resource depletion refers to the exhaustion of natural resources due to overconsumption.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: ______ is the practice of using resources in a way that does not harm the environment.

Answer 18

Sustainable development

Question 19

What are capital resources?

Answer 19

Capital resources are assets used to produce goods and services, such as machinery and buildings.

Question 20

True or False: Water is considered a renewable resource.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

What is an example of a human resource?

Answer 21

Skilled labor is an example of a human resource.

Question 22

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a benefit of resource development? A) Environmental degradation B) Economic growth C) Resource depletion D) Inequality

Answer 22

B) Economic growth

Question 23

What is the impact of overexploitation of resources?

Answer 23

Overexploitation leads to resource depletion, environmental damage, and loss of biodiversity.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The ______ approach to resource management emphasizes the need for balance between usage and conservation.

Answer 24

sustainable

Question 25

What are the factors influencing resource distribution?

Answer 25

Geographical, economic, and technological factors influence resource distribution.

Question 26

True or False: Resources can be classified based on their origin.

Answer 26

True