which of the following is a characteristic of nonrenewable energy sources that distinguishes them from…
which of the following is a characteristic of nonrenewable energy sources that distinguishes them from renewable energy sources?\na the construction of power plants that use nonrenewable energy sources is typically more expensive than the construction of those that use renewable energy sources.\nb nonrenewable energy sources are typically less harmful to wildlife and ecosystems than renewable energy sources are.\nc nonrenewable energy sources typically require additional new technology in order to be used than renewable energy sources do.\nd nonrenewable energy sources typically take a longer time to replenish than renewable energy sources do.
Answer
Brief Explanations:
- Option A: Construction cost is not the key distinguishing factor. Renewable energy power - plant construction (e.g., some large - scale solar farms) can also be expensive.
- Option B: Non - renewable energy sources (e.g., oil spills harming marine life) are generally more harmful to wildlife and ecosystems than many renewable energy sources (e.g., wind energy has relatively less long - term ecological harm when properly sited).
- Option C: Renewable energy sources often require new technology (e.g., advanced solar panel technologies). Non - renewable energy source extraction and use (e.g., fracking for natural gas also requires technology) is not distinguished by technology requirement.
- Option D: By definition, non - renewable energy sources (e.g., fossil fuels formed over millions of years) take a much longer time to replenish compared to renewable energy sources (e.g., solar energy is constantly available, wind energy is replenished by weather systems).
Answer:
D. Nonrenewable energy sources typically take a longer time to replenish than renewable energy sources do.