Question

Which one of the following is not a renewable resource?

• A. Hydrocarbon fuel
• B. Water energy
• C. Solar energy
• D. Wind energy

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Hydrocarbon fuel

The correct option is A.

Explanation for Correct option:

1. Non-renewable energy sources are those that are not freely available in nature and are likely to be depleted in the near future.
2. Nature takes millions of years to produce these energy sources.
3. Hydrocarbon fuels include coal, fossil fuels, crude oil, natural gas, and others.
4. These are non-renewable energy sources.

Explanation for Incorrect option:

Option B:

Water energy is renewable energy as nature produces these energy sources on a regular basis.

Option C:

Solar energy is renewable energy as nature produces these energy sources on a regular basis.

Option D:

Wind energy is renewable energy as nature produces these energy sources on a regular basis.

Final answer: Hydrocarbon fuel is not a renewable resource.