Question

which resource is a nonrenewable resource?
fresh water
maple trees
solar energy
precious metal

Explanation:

Renewable resources can be replenished naturally in a relatively short - time. Fresh water can be recycled through the water cycle, maple trees can be replanted, and solar energy is constantly available from the sun. Precious metals take a very long time to form and cannot be replenished quickly once used up, making them nonrenewable.

Answer:

precious metal