Environmental Impacts of Mining Quiz

What is one of the primary environmental impacts of mining mentioned in the text?

• Increased biodiversity

• Increased erosion

• Decreased air pollution

• Improved water quality

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Which mining method is associated with causing excessive erosion by disturbing stream banks?

• Subsurface mining

• Placer mining

• Open pit mining

• Hydraulic mining

Explain how acid drainage occurs as a result of mining activities.

• It occurs when iron sulfide in rocks reacts with oxygen and water, forming sulfuric acid.

• It happens when mining equipment leaks oil into water sources.

• It is caused by the release of carbon dioxide from mining operations.

• It results from the natural decay of organic material in mining areas.

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Identify a social impact of mining on communities in Appalachia as described in the text.

• Improved air quality

• Increased property values

• Property damage from mountaintop removal

• Decreased employment opportunities

Discuss the potential environmental concerns associated with undersea mining.

• It may lead to increased agricultural productivity.

• It could disrupt sea floor habitats and introduce toxic metals into the food chain.

• It will improve water clarity and quality.

• It will reduce the need for land-based mining.

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What is a consequence of excessive sediment and debris in waterways due to mining?

• Enhanced photosynthesis in aquatic plants

• Improved fish habitats

• Blocked sunlight for aquatic plants

• Increased water levels

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How does mining contribute to air pollution, according to the text?

• By releasing carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels

• By dispersing metal particles into the atmosphere

• By increasing the growth of algae in water bodies

• By reducing the amount of oxygen in the air

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Analyze the potential social benefits and drawbacks of mining in poor areas of the world.

• Mining only brings economic benefits without any drawbacks.

• Mining can provide jobs and revenue but may also lead to environmental destruction and conflicts.

• Mining has no impact on local communities.

• Mining always leads to improved living conditions for all residents.

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