GENERAL GEOLOGY

GEOLOGY

ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a form of renewable energy?
A
solar
B
wind
C
nuclear
D
geothermal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Nuclear Energy. Renewable energy is also known as clean energy which is obtained from natural sources and can be replenished. Solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, biomass energy, geothermal energy, and tidal energy are examples of renewable sources of energy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Fossil fuels, such as coal, natural gas and oil, are examples of non-renewable energy sources.

Detailed explanation-3: -Is nuclear energy renewable? Nuclear fuels, such as the element uranium, are not considered renewable as they are a finite material mined from the ground and can only be found in certain locations.

Detailed explanation-4: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is Nuclear minerals. Wind, Biogas/Biofuels, Sunlight and Natural Gas are all renewable resources while Fossil fuels like coal and petroleum, Nuclear minerals are non-renewable resources of energy.

Detailed explanation-5: -This means that nonrenewable resources are limited in supply and cannot be used sustainably. There are four major types of nonrenewable resources: oil, natural gas, coal, and nuclear energy. Oil, natural gas, and coal are collectively called fossil fuels.

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