Question

a scientist mines and processes a nonrenewable resource and obtains copper, which is a metal element. which resource is the scientist most likely working with? coal ores petroleum natural gas

Explanation:

Copper is a metal element extracted from mineral ores. Coal, petroleum, and natural gas are fossil fuels used for energy, not sources of copper. Ores are nonrenewable resources that contain extractable metals like copper.

Answer:

ores