Question

Which of the following is not a natural resource?

• A. Mango tree
• B. Snake
• C. Wind
• D. Wooden house

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Wooden house

The correct option is D

Explanation of the correct option:

Wooden house

1. Humans receive natural resources from the environment. Natural Resources include the mango tree, snake, and wind.
2. The wooden house, on the other hand, is a man-made structure.
3. As a result, it is a man-made resource rather than a natural resource.

Explanation of the Incorrect option:

Option A:

1. As a renewable resource, trees are also extremely vital to humans.
2. Trees are a natural resource that can be replenished by planting new trees to replace those that have been cut down for human consumption.

Option B.

1. Without snakes, the number of prey species would increase abnormally, jeopardizing the ecosystem's balance.
2. Similarly, if a large number of snakes are killed, animals that eat snakes will have a difficult time finding food.
3. As a result, snakes are an important element of nature."

Option C.

1. Wind power is a source of renewable energy. Wind energy has fewer negative environmental consequences than many other forms of electricity.
2. With a few exceptions, wind turbines do not emit pollutants into the air or water, and they do not require water for cooling.

Final answer: Wooden house is not a natural resource.