A resource is something that we can use to create wealth. Kenya has
many natural resources such as land, minerals, water and forests.
Economic activity - is what one does with the resources to make
money or wealth.
These resources can be used for the benefit of the people. When
people use resources to make money, we say they are carrying out
economic activities.
We use land in growing crops like tea, coffee, vegetables and also
keep animals like sheep, camels and goats.
Minerals are valuable substances that are naturally found on earth.
Minerals found in Kenya include: soda ash, limestone, salt, diatomite
and petroleum.
We use water to rear fish. Fish found in Kenya include Tilapia and mud
fish. Water is also used to water crops and animals as well as in
industries.
Forests act as homes for wild animals which attract tourists to our
country.
Caring for resources found In Kenya
We care for resources in Kenya through the following ways:
Planting new trees when we cut old ones
Adding manure and planting cover crops to take care of soil.
Keeping water sources clean.
Using minerals wisely
Protecting forests by not lighting fires and destroying them.
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