Placer Mining Is Environmentally Damaging Because Most Methods ______________

question 21

Multiple Choice

Placer mining is environmentally damaging because most methods ______________.

• A) remove large amounts of surface soil and rock, leading to wide-scale erosion
• B) wash large amounts of sediments into streams, making the streams uninhabitable for many forms of aquatic life
• C) inject toxic solutions deep into the ground
• D) lead to acid drainage that affects nearby streams and rivers
• E) create large open pits that fill up with groundwater and react with sulfides to form sulfuric acid

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Definitions:

Corporate Image

The perception of a company by the general public and its stakeholders, shaped by its identity, communication, and reputation.

Health Care Costs

Expenses related to medical and health services, including diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Safety-consciousness

The awareness and prioritization of safety measures and precautions to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment or lifestyle.

Peer Pressure

The influence exerted by a peer group in encouraging a person to change their attitudes, values, or behaviors to conform to group norms.