QuestionEnvironment / energy
Which one of the following is NOT a renewable source of energy?
- (a) Wind
- (b) Sunlight
- (c) Nuclear minerals
- (d) Biofuels
Answer: (c) Nuclear minerals
Nuclear minerals (uranium, thorium) are finite, mined resources → non-renewable. Wind, sunlight and biofuels are replenished naturally. Remember: nuclear power is low-carbon but not renewable.