NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 11: Nature’s Treasures – Free PDF Download

Chapter 11 of the Class 6 Science textbook Curiosity is Nature’s Treasures. It looks at the natural resources around us and why they need to be used carefully and conserved. These Class 6 Science Chapter 11 solutions are also useful as quick revision notes before exams.

Natural Resources

Q: What kinds of natural resources does the chapter “Nature’s Treasures” talk about?
A: This chapter discusses natural resources such as air, water, soil, forests and minerals, which are essential for life and need to be used in a limited and thoughtful way.

Conserving Natural Resources

Q: Suggest two ways to conserve natural resources.
A: (1) Preventing the wastage of water, such as not leaving a tap running unnecessarily. (2) Planting more trees and reducing deforestation, which helps protect both soil and air.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?
Renewable resources (like sunlight, air, and water) are naturally replenished within a short time, while non-renewable resources (like coal and petroleum) take millions of years to form and are limited in supply.

Why are forests considered one of nature’s most valuable treasures?
Because they provide wood, fruits, and medicine, support biodiversity, hold soil in place with their roots to prevent erosion, and help maintain the local water cycle and climate.

Why is fertile soil difficult to replace once lost?
Because soil forms very slowly over a long period through natural weathering and decomposition, so erosion or pollution can destroy in a short time what took nature centuries to build.

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