alleryWhich renewable resources can have their stock affected by careless use?
ASunlight and wind
BWater, soil and forest
CCoal and petroleum
DIron ore and copper
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Water, soil and forest
1. Some renewable resources are unlimited, like solar and wind energy.
2. Water, soil and forest can still be depleted by careless use.
3. Coal, petroleum and ores are non-renewable, not renewable.
_Source: NCERT Class 8 Resources and Development, Chapter 1 Resources, Natural Resources_
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