Concept information

resource > natural resource

Preferred term

natural resource  

Definition

  • A feature or component of the natural environment that is of value in serving human needs, e.g. soil, water, plantlife, wildlife, etc. Some natural resources have an economic value (e.g. timber) while others have a "noneconomic" value (e.g. scenic beauty).

Broader concept

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/5521

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