2. New Mexico is a leading producer of which of the following natural resources? (1 por

Lumber

paper

minerals

soy beans

New Mexico is a leading producer of minerals, the natural resources.

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Natural resources are essential natural wealth of the country which could impact the economy of the country in strategic way. Natural resource of New Mexico has huge impact on America's economy as it is one of the important producers of world's minerals.

New Mexico 's resources comprising of coal, natural gas, petroleum, lead, gold, zinc, silver, copper and molybdenum contributes greatly to the GDP of the State. It is also the foremost producer of potassium salts and uranium in America.