DOL renewable and non-renewable resources

Considering their uses and sustainability, how do we distinguish renewable resources from non-renewable resources?

• Renewable resources have a finite nature

• Non-renewable resources are naturally replenished

• Renewable resources promote environmental degradation

• Non-renewable resources do not contribute to long-term sustainability

Which resource is an example of a non-renewable material often used in manufacturing plastics and fuels?

• Biomass

• Water

• Petroleum

• Solar energy

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The Smith family is considering different options to heat their home during the winter

and to power their electricity needs sustainably. They want a reliable source that doesn't

harm the environment.

Considering the Smith family's requirements for a sustainable and reliable energy source, which nonrenewable fuel is commonly used for heating homes and generating electricity?

• Solar energy

• Biomass

• Natural gas

• Wind power

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How can technology improve the sustainability of renewable and non-renewable resources? (Select two that apply).

• by depleting natural reserves

• by reducing efficiency

• by enhancing storage and distribution

• by increasing pollution

• by utilizing sensors and data analytics in agriculture

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What are renewable resources?

• Resources that are finite and contribute to environmental degradation

• Resources that provide a constant and clean energy source, reducing dependence on finite resources

• Resources that are extensively used for energy but raise sustainability concerns