Question

A resource, such as oil, that cannot regenerate in a reasonable amount of time is called

A) nonrenewable
B) renewable
C) restricted
D) scarce

Answer 1

A resource, such as oil, that cannot regenerate in a reasonable amount of time, such as a human lifetime, is called a "nonrenewable" resource. (A)

Once it's gone, it's gone.

Answer 2

A resource, such as oil, that cannot regenerate in a reasonable amount of time is called:

• A) nonrenewable.

Step-by-step explanation:

Although it could be considered that resources such as oil could be renewed if given the necessary time (remember that oil was produced thanks to the decomposition of organic matter over thousands of years), the time it requires is exaggerated compared to other energy sources such as the sun, tidal power or geothermal energy, which are considered renewable.