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Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable resource?

1

Coal

2

Wind

3

Solar

4

Water

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Answer

A. Coal

Solution:

Coal is a non-renewable resource because it forms over millions of years and cannot be replenished in a human timeframe, whereas wind, solar, and water are renewable resources.

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