Question

Explain potential resources and developed resources with examples.

Answer 1

Instructions: explain the definition of both resources with examples.

Solution: Potential Resources: Potential resources are those which are available in the region but are not fully used. But these resources could be used in future.

For example, Gujarat has enormous potential for the development of wind and solar energy, but so far these have not been developed properly.

Developed resources: Resources that have been well developed and are currently being used. Their quantity and quality have been defined for use.Eg Coal, petroleum.