Question

Which of the following is an environmental consequence of mining?

underground mine fires

deforestation

increased chance of hurricanes

extinction of animal species

Answer 1

The environmental impact of mining includes erosion, formation of sinkholes, loss of biodiversity, and contamination of soil, groundwater, surface water by chemicals from mining processes.

Answer 2

so i would say B deforestation because if it creates a sink hole trees could fall into the hole?

Answer 3

ok thnx