Question

Alana organized some resources in a table. Which best describes Alana’s error? Geothermal energy is not found underground. Petroleum is limited in supply. Sunlight cannot be used to generate electricity. Coal is not considered a fossil fuel.

Answer 1

Answer: Petroleum is limited in supply

Explanation:

Petroleum is a non-renewable resource as it takes millions of years to form. Petroleum is made of hydrocarbons formed from decomposition of marine elements. Thus, its supply is limited.

Rest all the description is correct. Geothermal energy is found underground. It is used in power plants. Sunlight is used to produce electricity through solar panels. Coal is a fossil fuel.

Answer 2

Answer:

B) Petroleum is limited in supply

Explanation:

Just took the quiz!!  Petroleum is a non-renewable resource that takes millions of years to form and can not replenish as quickly as used, therefore, making it a limited supply.