Multiple choice

Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

  1. Hydrocarbons

  2. Potable water

  3. Geothermal energy

  4. Flora and fauna

  5. None of these

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Explanation

Hydrocarbons are a non-renewable resource. They are non-renewable since they are fossil fuels such as coal, oil etc. Hydrocarbons are a primary energy source for current civilizations. The predominant use of hydrocarbons is as a combustible fuel source.