Question

which describes one way that renewable resources differ from nonrenewable resources? renewable resources make cleaner energy. it takes longer to replenish renewable resources. renewable resources are more easily located and harvested. pollution levels increase with the use of renewable resources.

Explanation:

Renewable resources are often associated with cleaner energy production compared to non - renewable resources like fossil fuels (which release pollutants). Non - renewable resources like coal, oil, and gas release carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, etc. when burned. Renewable resources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power generally have lower emissions (or in some cases, like hydro, can have some environmental impacts but are still cleaner in terms of air pollution from energy generation compared to non - renewables).
Let's analyze the other options:

• "It takes longer to replenish renewable resources": Renewable resources are replenished relatively quickly (e.g., solar energy is constantly available, wind is replenished as long as there are atmospheric conditions, and water in hydro systems is part of the water cycle). Non - renewable resources take millions of years to form. So this option is incorrect.
• "Renewable resources are more easily located and harvested": This is not always the case. For example, geothermal energy requires specific geological conditions to be harnessed effectively, and large - scale wind farms need areas with consistent wind patterns. Non - renewable resources like surface coal mines can be relatively straightforward to access in some cases. So this option is incorrect.
• "Pollution levels increase with the use of renewable resources": In general, renewable resources have lower pollution levels. For example, solar panels have a small environmental footprint during production but very low emissions during operation. Non - renewable resources like coal - fired power plants are major sources of air pollution. So this option is incorrect.

Answer:

Renewable resources make cleaner energy.