5 Questions
Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable resource?
Coal
What process generally takes tens of thousands to millions of years for the extraction of metals from Earth's crust?
Crustal recycling
Which of the following resources is considered renewable largely due to its localized replenishment within human meaningful time frames?
Timber
Why are metals present in vast amounts in Earth's crust but extraction by humans only occurs where they are concentrated by natural geological processes?
Due to plate tectonics
Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource when harvested sustainably?
Timber
Test your knowledge about non-renewable resources, including their characteristics and examples. Learn about the finite nature of these resources and their impact on the environment and society.
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