The Primary Disadvantage of Fracking Is the ____

question 1

Multiple Choice

The primary disadvantage of fracking is the ____.

• A) large-scale nature of shale deposits
• B) high cost of development
• C) potential for groundwater pollution
• D) large quantities of water used
• E) noise effects of drilling equipment on nearby homes

---

Definitions:

Energy Intake

The amount of energy derived from foods and beverages consumed, measured in calories or joules.

Inappropriate Compensatory

Behaviors undertaken to undo or compensate for an undesirable action or thought, which may be maladaptive or harmful.

Binge Eating Disorder

An eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food (often very quickly and to the point of discomfort); a feeling of a loss of control during the binge; experiencing shame, distress or guilt afterwards; and not regularly using unhealthy compensatory measures (e.g., purging) to counter the binge eating.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder marked by binge eating followed by behaviors such as vomiting or excessive exercise to prevent weight gain.