Distribution of Resources

Which of the following is a characteristic of non-renewable resources?

• They can be replenished naturally in a short period of time.

• They are finite and can be exhausted.

• They are always environmentally friendly.

• They are available in unlimited quantities.

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

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Solar energy

• Uranium

What is the primary component of fossil fuels?

• Carbon

• Silicon

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

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Which of the following is considered a mineral resource?

• Wind

• Gold

• Biomass

• Geothermal energy

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Why are fossil fuels considered non-renewable?

• They are produced faster than they are consumed.

• They take millions of years to form.

• They are made from renewable materials.

• They are always available in large quantities.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using non-renewable resources?

• They are always clean and safe.

• They can lead to environmental pollution.

• They are easily replenished.

• They are always cost-effective.

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Which of the following is a benefit of using renewable resources?

• They are finite and can be depleted.

• They contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.

• They are sustainable and can be replenished.

• They are always more expensive than non-renewable resources.

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Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel?

• Oil

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Wind energy

What is a common use of mineral resources?

• Generating wind energy

• Producing solar panels

• Manufacturing electronics

• Growing crops

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Which of the following is a key difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

• Renewable resources are always more expensive.

• Non-renewable resources can be replenished quickly.

• Renewable resources are sustainable over the long term.

• Non-renewable resources are always environmentally friendly.

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