What Is a Critical Difference Between Surface and Subsurface Mining

question 50

Multiple Choice

What is a critical difference between surface and subsurface mining?

• A)Surface mining is more expensive than subsurface mining
• B)Surface mining is above ground; subsurface mining is below ground
• C)Surface mining causes less environmental damage than subsurface mining
• D)Subsurface mining creates acid mine drainage; surface mining does not
• E)Subsurface mining has the potential for dangerous landslides; surface mining has the potential for cave-ins