
Mining and its Impact
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9th Grade
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SARAH HALL
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two main types of mining?
Drone mining and asteroid mining
Open-pit mining and deep-sea mining
Quarry mining and mountain mining
Surface mining and underground mining
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the environmental impact of open-pit mining.
Open-pit mining leads to increased biodiversity
Open-pit mining can lead to deforestation, habitat destruction, soil erosion, and water contamination.
Open-pit mining has no impact on the environment
Open-pit mining reduces air pollution
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the potential hazards of underground mining on the environment?
Increased biodiversity
Air and water pollution, soil degradation, and habitat destruction
Enhanced soil fertility
Improved air quality
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the ways in which mining can lead to water pollution?
Adding nutrients to water bodies
Reducing water acidity
Release of toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and sediments into water bodies
Releasing oxygen into water bodies
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Discuss the impact of mining on air quality.
Mining can release dust and pollutants into the air, leading to decreased air quality.
Mining has no impact on air quality
Mining only affects water quality
Mining improves air quality
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the concept of acid mine drainage and its effects on the environment.
Acid mine drainage is the release of alkaline water from mining sites, which has no impact on the environment.
Acid mine drainage is the release of acidic water from mining sites, which can contaminate water sources and harm aquatic life.
Acid mine drainage is the release of radioactive water from mining sites, which has no effect on aquatic life.
Acid mine drainage is the release of neutral water from mining sites, which can improve water quality in the environment.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does mining contribute to habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity?
Mining involves clearing large areas of land, leading to habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity.
Mining has no impact on habitat destruction or loss of biodiversity
Habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity are not significant issues related to mining
Mining actually helps to preserve habitats and increase biodiversity
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