Which statements accurately compare the environmental impact of acquiring natural gas and oil? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses
Neither produces wastewater when processed.
Neither produces wastewater when processed.
Both can impact groundwater supply.
Both can impact groundwater supply.
Neither produces atmospheric contaminants when processed.
Neither produces atmospheric contaminants when processed.
Both involve drilling deep into the earth.
Both involve drilling deep into the earth.
Both can be surface mined.
1 answer
The two correct answers that accurately compare the environmental impact of acquiring natural gas and oil are:
These statements reflect the potential environmental issues associated with both natural gas and oil extraction. Both activities can pose risks to groundwater and typically require deep drilling into the earth's crust.
