Question
Nonrenewable mineral resources are often used as fuel. Which choice is a good way to conserve the nonrenewable resources we now use for fuel?
Responses
A Use charcoal, obtained by burning wood for fuel.Use charcoal, obtained by burning wood for fuel.
B Use coal in thermal power plants to obtain energy.Use coal in thermal power plants to obtain energy.
C Explore alternative sources of energy, such as solar energy.Explore alternative sources of energy, such as solar energy.
D Extract minerals from the sea, leaving the resources on land untouched.
Responses
A Use charcoal, obtained by burning wood for fuel.Use charcoal, obtained by burning wood for fuel.
B Use coal in thermal power plants to obtain energy.Use coal in thermal power plants to obtain energy.
C Explore alternative sources of energy, such as solar energy.Explore alternative sources of energy, such as solar energy.
D Extract minerals from the sea, leaving the resources on land untouched.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
C. Explore alternative sources of energy, such as solar energy.
This option represents a sustainable approach to conserving nonrenewable mineral resources by reducing dependence on fossil fuels and other nonrenewable energy sources. Switching to renewable energy options can help preserve existing nonrenewable resources for future generations.
This option represents a sustainable approach to conserving nonrenewable mineral resources by reducing dependence on fossil fuels and other nonrenewable energy sources. Switching to renewable energy options can help preserve existing nonrenewable resources for future generations.