Why are fossil fuels classified as non-renewal sources of energy?

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Non-Renewal Sources of Energy
Non-renewable energy sources are energy sources that are exhaustible. These cannot be renewed or replaced in a short period of time.
They take millions of years to form.
Examples are Coal, Petroleum, Natural gas, etc.
Fossil fuels are classified as non-renewal sources of energy because:
These are found in limited quantities. These can be depleted by human activity and unable to be replenished quickly enough.
Hence, they are classified as non-renewable energy sources.

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