Question 13 of 20intermediate🔧 ApplyShort Answer3 marks

Give two instances of (a) Overuse of environmental resources (b) Misuse of environmental resources.

(a)
Answer

Two instances of overuse of environmental resources are:

  1. Intensive and extensive extraction of both renewable and non-renewable resources.
  2. Reduction of forest coverage.
(b)
Answer

Two instances of misuse of environmental resources are:

  1. Waste generation.
  2. Pollution (such as water contamination).

Explanation

The provided context distinguishes between overuse and misuse. Overuse occurs when resource extraction exceeds the rate of regeneration, as mentioned in the context regarding 'intensive and extensive extraction' and 'reduction of forest coverage'. Misuse relates to using resources in a way that degrades the environment, specifically highlighted in the text by 'waste generation and pollution' and 'water contamination'.

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