Nature refers to the entire existence of natural physical world. Nature consists of natural things. Natural things are those things that are found in nature and not made or created by human beings.
There are both living and non-living natural things.
Living things have life. Human-beings, animals, fishes, plants, trees are living things.
Non Living things does not possess life. Mountains, soils, air, water, rivers, ponds, oceans are non-living things found in nature.
Natural things found in nature can be grouped into three categories, v.i.z., solid, liquid, and gases – based on their distinctive characteristics.
Solids things have a fixed shape such as mountains and stones. They do not flow.
Liquid things do not have any fixed shape and take the shape of the container in which they are poured. They can flow. For example, when water is poured into a jar, it takes the shape of the jar.
Gases also do not have any fixed shape and expands freely. For example, the air around us expands freely and contains various gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, etc.
Importance of Nature
Natural world is immensely beautiful. It has amazing mountains, rivers, oceans, seas, flora and flora. Different species of plants and animals make up the ecosystem.
- Nature supports life. We live and make our homes on the natural earth’s surface.
- We need air to breathe, and water to drink.
- We get our food from the nature. Rice, wheat and fruits are all natural agricultural food products.
- We get wood for making furniture.
- Natural medicinal herbs are used for curing ailments.
- Natural gases are used as fuel for cooking.
- Petroleum products such as petrol, diesels are uses in automobiles.
- We go to hill stations and sea-beaches spend enjoy the natural beauty.
- The aroma of natural flowers such as rose, lily, etc., fills our heart with joy.
Conclusion
Nature serves us in many ways. We should keep our natural surrounding safe. We should not pollute or contaminate the natural environment. We can support nature by not polluting the environment. We can plant more trees, and avoid misuse of water, fuels, etc. It is important that we do not abuse or exploit the nature in any form.
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