Question
What environmental impacts are caused by both surface mining and underground mining? Select the two correct answers. (1 point) Responses release of underground gases release of underground gases sinkhole formation after mining is complete sinkhole formation after mining is complete destruction of ecosystems destruction of ecosystems local water contamination local water contamination destruction from overburden
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The two correct answers highlighting environmental impacts caused by both surface mining and underground mining are:
1. **Destruction of ecosystems**
2. **Local water contamination**
Both mining methods can lead to significant disruption of local ecosystems and can contaminate nearby water sources due to runoff and other pollutants associated with mining activities.
1. **Destruction of ecosystems**
2. **Local water contamination**
Both mining methods can lead to significant disruption of local ecosystems and can contaminate nearby water sources due to runoff and other pollutants associated with mining activities.