CP Quiz on Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources ESS3.1

What is a renewable resource?

• A resource that is always finite

• A resource that cannot be replaced

• A resource that can be replenished naturally

• A resource that takes millions of years to form

Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource?

• Wind

• Sunlight

• Water

• Coal

Why is it important to use renewable resources?

• They help preserve the planet for future generations

• They are limited and can run out

• They are harder to find

• They are more expensive

Which resource is considered renewable?

• Oil

• Wind

• Natural Gas

• Coal

What does sustainability mean?

• Focusing only on nonrenewable resources

• Using resources without depleting them

• Ignoring future generations

• Using as many resources as possible

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What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

• Sunlight

• Wind

• Water

• Oil

What is the main characteristic of renewable resources?

• They are expensive

• They can be replenished naturally

• They are harmful to the environment

• They are finite

Which of the following is NOT a renewable resource?

• Geothermal energy

• Coal

• Wind

• Sunlight

Why are nonrenewable resources considered treasures?

• They are abundant

• They can be replaced quickly

• They are limited and valuable

• They are always available

What shift is happening today regarding resource use?

• A shift to ignore environmental concerns

• A shift towards more nonrenewable resources

• A shift to use only coal

• A shift back to renewable resources

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