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Question
What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable energy resources?
Solution
Renewable Resources
- These are those resources that can be renewed in a short time.
- These do not cause any pollution to the environment.
- These are the free gifts of nature.
- Air, water, and solar energy are examples of renewable resources.
Non-Renewable Resources
- These are those resources that cannot be renewed in a short time.
- These cause pollution to the environment.
- These are not free gifts of nature.
- Coal, Petroleum, and some minerals are examples of non-renewable resources.
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