| Type | Natural resource |
| Minerals | Variable based on source and environment |
| Importance | Essential for life • Limited due to climate change and overuse |
| Properties | Liquid • Solid (ice) • Gas (water vapor) |
| Chemical composition | H2O |
| Worldwide significance | Subject of conflict • Central to spirituality • Catalyst for innovation |
| Scientific and technological advancements | Water treatment • Desalination • Conservation strategies |
