What is the best definition for nonrenewable resources?

A) finite masses of material which cannot be used without depletion
B) ores that are consumed primarily in the developing world
C) commodities that command high prices during periods of scarcity
D) resources that are below ground
E) resources that occur only in nature (like wood)


A

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