Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable resource?

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A Solar energy
B Wind energy
C Coal and petroleum
D Forests

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Answer: C. Coal and petroleum

Answer: C) Coal and petroleum
Explanation: Non-renewable resources are those that exist in limited amounts and take millions of years to form (like fossil fuels), meaning they cannot be replenished in a human lifetime.

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Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable resource?

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