types of environmental resources Flashcards
1
Q
what is a renewable resource
A
renewable resources can replenish itself at the rate its being used
2
Q
what is a non renewable resource
A
Non renewable resources have a limited supply and will eventually run out
3
Q
what is a continuous resource
A
Continuous resources will always exist, they never run out
4
Q
what is an example of a renewable resource
A
trees
5
Q
what is an example of a non-renewable resource
A
coal, oil
6
Q
what is an example of a continuous resource
A
solar energy, wind
