Which of the Following Is an Environmental Impact Associated with Common

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an environmental impact associated with common mining practices?

• A)deforestation
• B)groundwater contamination
• C)subsidence of land above mines
• D)air pollution
• E)all of these answers

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