Coal Mines and Coal Processing Facilities Are Required to Minimize

question 30

Multiple Choice

Coal mines and coal processing facilities are required to minimize the amount of coal dust emitted during mining,processing,and transporting the coal.The regulations controlling coal dust emissions would mainly prevent___________ .

• A)lung damage to those working at the plant and living nearby
• B)wasting coal that can be reclaimed and burned to produce electricity
• C)coal "fog" that can cause traffic fatalities
• D)acid precipitation in the region

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