Question

What is the main difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?
(1 point)
J
Resources that can be replaced naturally within a short time
• Resources that cost more to extract from the earth
O Resources that require complex manufacturing processes
O Resources that are only found in specific geographic locations

Answer 1

Resources that can be replaced naturally within a short time. Renewable resources are replenished quickly (e.g., sunlight, wind, trees), while nonrenewable ones (e.g., fossil fuels) take millions of years to form.