Question

which situation shows a renewable resource in use?

a. vegetables are served with dinner.

b. pennies are made with copper.

c. gasoline is burned in a car.

d. gold is used to make a ring.

Explanation:

To determine which situation shows a renewable resource in use, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Vegetables come from plants, which are renewable resources as plants can be regrown through farming or natural processes.
• Option B: Copper is a non - renewable mineral resource, as it is mined from the Earth and there is a finite amount.
• Option C: Gasoline is derived from petroleum, a non - renewable fossil fuel.
• Option D: Gold is a non - renewable mineral resource, mined from the Earth and available in limited quantities.

Answer:

A. Vegetables are served with dinner.