Question

Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable resources. Give examples of both. What are the dangers in depending too much on non-renewable resources?

Answer 1

Hello, this is the answer to your question:

What are Renewable Resources? Renewable Resources are types of things that can potentially power things through electricity, heating and cooling, etc. and can be found and used very easily. You cannot waste renewable resources because they’re… well… renewable and can be found frequently. An example of this could be solar or wind energy.

What are Non-Renewable Resources? Non-Renewable Resources are resources that can do the same as Renewable Resources but usually in a better or more efficient way. Such as giving something more power, longer time of use, etc. These are things that cannot be created and are not found easily. An example of this could be gasoline or coal energy.

What are dangers of using too many Non-Renewable Resources? The danger of using too many Non-Renewable Resources is that they don’t last and cannot be made. Once you use them they’re gone and are impossible to use again. This is also why your car can run out of gas. And why gas prices go up or down. Since gasoline is a Non-Renewable Resource, it’s a limited amount and can cost less if there is a lot of gasoline, or cost more if there isn’t a large amount.

Hope this helps, don’t hesitate to let me know if you have any further questions!