Mineral and Energy Resources II
ICSE · Class 10 · Geography
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This chapter focuses on India's energy resources, divided into conventional sources (coal, petroleum, natural gas, nuclear energy) and non-conventional sources (solar, wind, biogas, tidal, geothermal energy). It also covers hydroelectric power and multipurpose projects like Bhakra Nangal and Hirakud
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Non
Non-renewable energy sources like coal, petroleum, natural gas, and nuclear energy that cannot be replenished once exhausted. These form the backbone
India is the third
India is the third-largest coal producer globally. Major coalfields include Jharia (Jharkhand), Korba (Chhattisgarh), Talcher (Odisha), and Singrauli
India's petroleum comes from onshore fields
India's petroleum comes from onshore fields (Assam, Gujarat) and offshore fields (Mumbai High, Bassein). Major refineries are located at strategic loc
Electricity generated from flowing water using
Electricity generated from flowing water using dams and turbines. India has vast hydroelectric potential, especially in Himalayan rivers and Western G
Large
Large-scale projects like Bhakra Nangal (on Sutlej) and Hirakud (on Mahanadi) that serve multiple purposes: electricity generation, irrigation, flood
Learning Objectives
- Understand the distribution, advantages, and disadvantages of conventional energy sources
- Learn about coal types, petroleum fields, and natural gas distribution in India
- Analyze the importance of hydroelectric power and multipurpose projects
- Explore non-conventional energy sources and their potential in India
- Evaluate the environmental impact of different energy sources
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