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Finite Resources in AP Environmental Science

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Finite resources are natural resources that exist in limited quantities and cannot be replenished within a human lifespan. These resources have a finite supply and can eventually be depleted if not managed sustainably.

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Topic 3.8: 3.8 Human Population Dynamics

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