Question

1. the process of removing nonrenewable resources such as copper from the ground is called (4 points) mining digging erosion excavation 7. the following are all economically useful metals that could be extracted from their ore using various methods except (4 points) rubber copper gold nickel

Explanation:

• For question 6, mining is the specific term for extracting non - renewable resources like copper from the ground. Digging is a general action, erosion is a natural process of wearing away, and excavation is often for construction or archaeological purposes.
• For question 7, rubber is not a metal. Copper, gold, and nickel are metals that can be extracted from their ores.

Answer:

1. mining
2. rubber