Difference between Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources

What is a natural resource?

• A material created by humans.

• A material found in nature that is used by humans.

• A material that can only be found underground.

• A material that is always being renewed.

Which statement best describes a renewable resource?

• A resource that takes millions of years to form.

• A resource that cannot be replaced once used.

• A resource that can be replaced at the same rate it is used.

• A resource found only in limited amounts.

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

• Coal

• Oil

• Solar energy

• Natural gas

What defines a non-renewable resource?

• It can be replaced quickly.

• It is always available in unlimited supply.

• It forms at a rate much slower than it is consumed.

• It is primarily used for transportation.