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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource?
A
Wind
B
Sunlight
C
Water
D
Coal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Nonrenewable energy resources include coal, natural gas, oil, and nuclear energy. Once these resources are used up, they cannot be replaced, which is a major problem for humanity as we are currently dependent on them to supply most of our energy needs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Coal, natural gas and crude oil are called as fossil fuels. They are regarded as non-renewable source because it takes millions of years to form and once these resources are used, they cannot be regained.

Detailed explanation-3: -So, from the above discussion, we conclude that Coal, Petroleum and Natural gas are non-renewable sources of energy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Wind and sunlight are renewable resources that can be replenished as we use them, unlike natural gas and petroleum, which will deplete with extraction and, hence, cannot be renewed. Therefore, natural gas and petroleum are identified as non-renewable resources.

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