Author Question: The single largest sand mining operation is in Alaska Indicate whether the statement is true or ... (Read 84 times)

savannahhooper · **on:** Aug 22, 2018

The single largest sand mining operation is in Alaska Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

When a resource is present in a fixed amount, it is said to be:
a. a nonextractive resource.
b. a nonrenewable resource.
c. a physical resource.
d. a renewable resource

karmakat49 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Ocean Cay in the Bahamas is the location of the world's largest sand mining operation. The sand is
suction-dredged onto an island. Information can be found in the section Physical Resources

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Nonrenewable resources are unable to be replenished over short time spans. These resources include
oil, gas, and solid mineral deposits. Information can be found in the section Marine Resources Are
Subject to the Economic Laws of Supply and Demand.