nonrenewable natural resources

Nonrenewable natural resources are resources that are naturally occurring but are finite, meaning that they are used up faster than they can be naturally replenished. Examples of these resources include fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas; minerals such as iron ore and aluminum ore; and uranium for nuclear power plants. As the name suggests, these resources cannot be renewed and are only available in limited supply. Overuse and mismanagement of these resources can lead to their depletion, with serious economic, environmental, and social consequences.