Question

what is the key difference between a renewable and a nonrenewable resource? nonrenewable resources are unlimited, while renewable resources are in a fixed amount. nonrenewable resources are always cleaner to use than renewable resources. renewable resources can be replaced quickly, while nonrenewable resources cannot. renewable resources are man - made, while nonrenewable resources are from nature.

Explanation:

To determine the key difference, we analyze each option:

• The first option is incorrect because nonrenewable resources (like fossil fuels) are in a fixed amount, and renewable resources (like solar, wind) are replenished, not fixed.
• The second option is incorrect as nonrenewable resources (e.g., coal) often produce more pollution, so they aren't always cleaner.
• The third option is correct. Renewable resources (e.g., trees, sunlight) can be replaced quickly (or replenished over time), while nonrenewable resources (e.g., oil, coal) take millions of years to form and can't be replaced quickly.
• The fourth option is incorrect because both renewable (e.g., water, wind) and nonrenewable (e.g., coal, oil) resources are from nature.

Answer:

C. Renewable resources can be replaced quickly, while nonrenewable resources cannot. (Assuming the orange option is labeled C; if labels are A, B, C, D with A as yellow, B as purple, C as orange, D as teal, then the correct option is C with the text "Renewable resources can be replaced quickly, while nonrenewable resources cannot.")