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Types of Natural Resources

Air
Air

Introduction to air as a Natural Resource : Air is a wonderful and precious natural resource gifted by the almighty. It is the main natural source which helps all life to sustain on this Mother Earth.

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Coal
Coal

Coal—A Complex Natural Resource. An overview of of factors affecting coal quality and use in the United States . By Stanley P. Schweinfurth. INTRODUCTION. Coal is abundant in the U.S., is relatively inexpensive, and is an excellent source of energy and byproduct raw materials.

source: pubs.usgs.gov
Iron
Iron

ABOUT NATURAL RESOURCE DEPARTMENT. Develop and maintain the Iron County Resource Management Plan (CRMP), specific resource plans, and the natural resources section of the Iron County General Plan. Develop monitoring system for all goals and objectives of the Iron CRMP. Responsible for implementing the Iron CRMP.

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Labor
Labor

For projected (future) employment estimates in natural resources and mining, see the Employment and projected employment by major industry sector table. (Source: Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections) Earnings and Hours. This section presents data on employee earnings and weekly hours.

source: bls.gov
Land
Land

What is land resource? July 5, 2011 by Geo 733 NSUK Land resources mean the resources available from the land, thus the agricultural land which contain natural fertilizer for growth of the products sown; the underground water, the various minerals like coal, bauxite, gold and other raw materials.

Natural gas
Natural gas

Natural gas is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon gas mixture consisting primarily of methane, but commonly including varying amounts of other higher alkanes, and sometimes a small percentage of carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen sulfide, or helium.

Oil
Oil

Oil is used for many other purposes other than fuel for energy or transport. And yet we are constantly hearing new and often conflicting forecasts about the potential reserves and resources. What is the future for fossil fuels? The end of oil and gas production is not yet in sight.

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Other Minerals
Other Minerals

The use of minerals varies greatly between countries. The greatest use of min­erals occurs in developed countries. Like other natural resources, mineral deposits are unevenly distributed around on the earth. Some countries are rich in mineral deposits and other countries have no deposits. The use of the min­eral depends on its properties.

Phosphorus
Phosphorus

Phosphorus is widely used in agriculture and is an essential component in fertiliser and feed, but it is a non-renewable resource. Supplies are limited and much phosphorus is currently wasted, creating concerns about future supplies in the EU and worldwide.

source: ec.europa.eu
Water
Water

Water resources are natural resources of water that are potentially useful. Uses of water include agricultural, industrial, household, recreational and environmental activities. All living things require water to grow and reproduce.