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Finite Resources

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

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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