Which of the following is not a possible consequence of surface mining?
a. increased pollution
b. improved ecosystem 6
c. destruction of flora and fauna
d. erosion of soil

Answer;

B. improved ecosystem health

Explanation;

-Surface mining is a method of extracting minerals near the surface of the Earth. The three most common types of surface mining are open-pit mining, strip mining, and quarrying.

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

genetic variation will increase because of a new habitat and food source.

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