State the differences between Inexhaustible and exhaustible natural resources? Give some examples for each. [5 MARKS]

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Inexhaustible natural resources: The resources which are present in unlimited quantity in nature. These resources are not likely to be exhausted by Human activities. Some examples are: Sunlight, air, etc.
Exhaustible natural resources: The resources which are in limited quantity in nature. These resources can be exhausted by human activities. Examples are: Forest, minerals, petroleum, etc.

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