The two correct answers regarding the environmental impacts caused by both surface mining and underground mining are:
- destruction of ecosystems
- local water contamination
These impacts are commonly associated with both types of mining activities.
What environmental impacts are caused by both surface mining and underground mining? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)
Responses
destruction of ecosystems
destruction of ecosystems
release of underground gases
release of underground gases
destruction from overburden
destruction from overburden
local water contamination
local water contamination
sinkhole formation after mining is complete
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