Question

which of these statements describes one way that a nonrenewable energy resource is obtained?
a. palm trees are planted to produce palm oil.
b. mountaintops are blown up to mine coal.
c. panels are set up to absorb solar energy.
d. trees are cut down in a forest.

Explanation:

Non - renewable energy resources are finite and cannot be replenished quickly. Coal is a non - renewable energy resource. Blowing up mountaintops to mine coal is a way of obtaining a non - renewable energy resource. Palm oil from palm trees, solar energy, and trees are renewable resources or products from renewable sources.

Answer:

B. Mountaintops are blown up to mine coal.