In the past mining companies were not made responsible for the clean-up of any of the mine sites. As a result, abandoned mines had a severe impact on the
environment in Ontario. Which of these is not a result of these mining practices?
a)
Chemical reactions producing sulphuric acid decrease soil and water ph in the
area.
b)
Acid leaching dissolves metals found in the soil thus allowing them to enter
the water system.
c)
Heavy metals which are left tailing ponds can dissolve and enter the water
system.
d)
Old and inefficient mining smokestacks contaminate the soils around
abandoned mine sites.