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Distinguish between the following: Conventional and non-conventional sources of energy.


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Difference between Conventional and non-conventional sources of energy

Conventional sources Non-conventional sources
The conventional sources of energy can not be renewed using any natural process. Non-conventional energy resources can be renewed.
Conventional sources like coal petroleum causes pollution. These resources are eco-friendly in nature.
These resources of energy are available in limited quantity.Non- Conventional sources are inexhaustible
Fossil fuel, CNG, coal, oil, and natural gas are examples of conventional sources of energy.Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Bio Energy, Hydro Energy, Tidal Energy, and Ocean Energy are examples of non-conventional energy resources.

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