Question

Explain what it means to be considered a “renewable” energy source, and what it means to be a “non-renewable” energy source.

Answer 1

Answer: Resources are characterized as renewable or nonrenewable

- a renewable resource can replenish itself at the rate it is used such as solar energy, wind energy, hydro energy, and tidal energy.

- a nonrenewable resource has a limited supply such as coal, gas, nuclear energy, and fossil fuels.