Question

Discuss five importance of natural resources in a country

Answer 1

1. Resources such as water bodies are habitat for fish and other aquatic animals that the a source of food
2. land is used for cultivation of crops thus increasing food production
3. Minerals are used as raw materials in industries and some are exported to earn forex
4. Mountains and other attractive sites attract tourists who in turn earns the country forex
5. Exploitation of natural resources centres employment opportunities to citizens who earn income and improve their standards of living.
6. Water in rivers and lakes is used for irrigation thus increasing food production