Which of the following is a form of natural capital gained directly or indirectly as a result of solar energy?
A) Forests
B) flowing water and wind energy
C) wind energy only
D) coal and oil
E) forests, flowing water, wind energy, coal and oil.

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Forests, flowing water, wind energy, coal, and oil are all forms of natural capital that are directly or indirectly derived from solar energy. Forests grow through photosynthesis, which requires sunlight. Flowing water and wind energy are driven by solar-induced temperature differences. Coal and oil are fossilized forms of ancient biomass that originally grew using solar energy.

Which of the Following Is a Form of Natural Capital