Question

Which situations described are examples of a standards and measurements issue related to land reclamation? Select the two correct answers.(1 point) Responses Despite permit agreements, a mining company abandons a mine site after closure of the mine. Despite permit agreements, a mining company abandons a mine site after closure of the mine. Vegetation introduced to a reclaimed site is an invasive species that isn't native to the area. Vegetation introduced to a reclaimed site is an invasive species that isn't native to the area. Monitoring of water quality at a reclaimed site shows high levels of metals, like lead, in the water. Monitoring of water quality at a reclaimed site shows high levels of metals, like lead, in the water. A mining company claims that protecting an endangered species should not be included in permitting. A mining company claims that protecting an endangered species should not be included in permitting. The funding by a local developer to repurpose a reclamation site as a shopping center is withdrawn.

Answer 1

The two situations that are examples of a standards and measurements issue related to land reclamation are:

1. **Monitoring of water quality at a reclaimed site shows high levels of metals, like lead, in the water.** - This directly relates to standards and measurements as it indicates that the reclamation efforts did not meet the necessary environmental standards for water quality.

2. **Despite permit agreements, a mining company abandons a mine site after closure of the mine.** - This situation also reflects a standards issue, as it suggests non-compliance with established regulations regarding the responsibilities of the mining company after finishing operations.

These two options highlight concerns regarding adherence to environmental standards and measurement of reclamation success.