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Question

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The widespread use of concrete impacts the environment. Concrete production uses almost 10% of the world's freshwater supply and a large amount of Earth's usable coarse sand. The production of cement, an essential ingredient for making concrete, releases about 2.5 billion tons of carbon dioxide each year, which is about 8% of carbon emissions worldwide.
How has the production and use of concrete impacted society? Select all that apply.
A. making concrete decreases the amount of available fresh water and coarse sand.
B. a significant amount of wood is used to make concrete
C. cement production contributes to increased amounts of carbon dioxide gas Earth's atmosphere
D. concrete has allowed societies to build strong, durable structures

Answer 1

The correct options that apply to how the production and use of concrete have impacted society are:

A. making concrete decreases the amount of available fresh water and coarse sand. C. cement production contributes to increased amounts of carbon dioxide gas in Earth's atmosphere. D. concrete has allowed societies to build strong, durable structures.

Option B is incorrect because concrete does not typically require a significant amount of wood in its production.