Question

“A concerted effort has to be made in order to use mineral resources in a planned and sustainable manner.” Suggest and explain any three measures.

Answer 1

The following efforts have to be made to use mineral resources in a planned and sustainable manner:

1. Recycling of metals: Metals or products made from metal should be recycled so that they do not become scarce. For example, used steel blades should be sent for recycling so the steel can be used again for other purposes.
2. Improved technologies need to evolve: Old and traditional technologies should be replaced with new and better technologies so that less material is wasted.
3. Use of substitute or alternative resources: Resources that cannot be recycled or reused should be replaced with resources that can be recycled. For example, green gas can be used instead of coal for cooking.