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1. Define infrastructure .
2. Why is energy a component of infrastructure ?
3. Why is healthcare a component of infrastructure ?
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Q.1. Distinguishbetween commercial and non-commercial energy .
q.2.Distinduish between conventional non - conventional sources of energy?
Q.3.
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Solution 1
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Solution 2 and 3
The term infrastructure is regarded as a core support system that enables an economy to grow and develop. Energy forms an important component of infrastructure due to the fact that energy plays a vital in various economic activities. Thereby, supporting growth and development of a country. Similarly, health is also regarded as an infrastructure. This is because good mental and physical health enhances the productivity and efficiency of an individual. Thereby, contributing actively towards the growth and development.
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Solution 1
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Solution 2
The conventional sources and the non-conventional sources of energy are distinguished on the following basis.
Basis | Conventional Energy | Non-Conventional Energy |
| Time frame | These sources of energy have been in use for a long time | These sources of energy have been used in the recent past. |
| Environmental impact | Generally, such sources of energy have adverse environmental impact | These sources of energy are environment friendly, |
| Example | For example, coal, petroleum, natural gas and electricity. | For example, solar energy, wind energy, bio energy |