Which of the Following Is Not an Environmental Impact of Mining

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an environmental impact of mining?

• A) groundwater depletion
• B) enrichment of waterways
• C) erosion
• D) acid mine drainage
• E) air pollution

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