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Question
Which of the following is not a renewable source of energy?
(a) wind
(b) flowing water
(c) fossil fuels
(d) fuel wood
Solution
Fossil fuels
Fossil fuels are non-renewable sources of energy because they are present in limited amounts on the earth.
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