Make a list of five daily activities in which you use natural resources. Suggest ways by which you can reduce their use.
Five daily activities using natural resources and ways to reduce their use:
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Drinking water (Water): Turn off taps when not in use, fix leakages, use water efficiently.
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Using electricity for lighting and fans (Coal/fossil fuels or solar energy): Switch off lights and fans when leaving a room, use natural light during daytime, use energy-efficient appliances.
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Eating food (Plants, animals, soil, water): Avoid wasting food, practice composting of kitchen waste, grow vegetables at home.
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Using paper for writing (Trees/Forests): Use both sides of paper, recycle paper, use digital alternatives when possible.
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Travelling by vehicle (Petrol/Diesel): Walk or cycle for short distances, use public transport, carpool with others.
These small actions help conserve natural resources and ensure their availability for future generations.
Explanation
The chapter discusses various natural resources (air, water, forests, soil, fossil fuels) and emphasizes the need to use them judiciously. Activity 11.6 asks students to identify natural resources used in daily activities. The chapter also suggests ways to conserve resources like turning off taps, using public transport, and walking or cycling.