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Which is not a renewable source-

A

Forest

B

Coal

C

Water

D

Forest organism

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Renewable Resources:** - Renewable resources are those that can be replenished or renewed naturally over time. Examples include forests, air, water, solar energy, and wind. 2. **Identifying the Options:** - The options provided are: - Forest - Cold water - Forest organisms 3. **Analyzing Each Option:** - **Forest:** Forests can regenerate over time as trees grow back, making them a renewable resource. - **Cold Water:** Water is also a renewable resource as it can be naturally replenished through the water cycle. - **Forest Organisms:** Organisms in forests, such as trees, can be replanted and regrown, which also classifies them as renewable resources. 4. **Identifying the Non-Renewable Resource:** - The question asks for a resource that is not renewable. Among the options given, coal is a common example of a non-renewable resource. - Coal is a fossil fuel formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals that lived millions of years ago. It cannot be replenished within a human timescale. 5. **Conclusion:** - Therefore, the correct answer to the question "Which is not a renewable source?" is **coal**. ---
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