OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
ECOLOGY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which of the following is not a renewable resource?
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coal
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wind energy
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solar energy
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water
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -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. Fossil fuels were formed within the Earth from dead plants and animals over millions of years-hence the name “fossil” fuels.
Detailed explanation-2: -Solar energy is a renewable resource. A renewable resource is that which is unlimited and is not affected by human activities. The rest options are all non-renewable resources.
Detailed explanation-3: -Fossil energy sources, including oil, coal and natural gas, are non-renewable resources that formed when prehistoric plants and animals died and were gradually buried by layers of rock.
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