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Conservation and Use of Natural Resources — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Biology
Conservation and Use of Natural Resources revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Biology: 4 topics in quick points.
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Key Topics to Revise
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Natural Resources and Their Classification
- Resources are substances or energies used by humans for welfare.
- Natural resources are provided by nature (e.g., soil, water, air, forests, minerals).
- Artificial resources are man-made (e.g., plastics, biogas, thermal electricity).
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Soil and Water Conservation
- Soil is the upper layer of the Earth's crust that supports plant growth.
- It consists of mineral particles, humus, water, air, and living organisms.
- Soil erosion is the removal of topsoil by wind or water, reducing fertility.
3
Biodiversity and Its Conservation
- Biodiversity refers to the variety of life forms—plants, animals, and microbes—at all levels.
- It includes species diversity, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.
- India is a mega-diverse country with 7–8% of global species.
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Endangered Species and Wildlife Protection
- Endangered species are at high risk of extinction due to habitat loss, poaching, or climate change.
- IUCN maintains the Red Data Book listing endangered species globally.
- Examples: Bengal Tiger, Snow Leopard, Great Indian Bustard, Red Sandalwood.
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Natural resources are substances or materialsSoil erosion and water scarcityBiodiversity refers to the varietyInDevelopment that meets current needs without
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What are the important topics in Conservation and Use of Natural Resources for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Biology?
Key topics in Conservation and Use of Natural Resources include Natural Resources and Their Classification, Soil and Water Conservation, Biodiversity and Its Conservation, Endangered Species and Wildlife Protection. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exam.
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