Question
The following are PROBLEMS associated with mining EXCEPT
Potential Mining Risks ...
a
Stripping of the land destroys habitats and ecosystems
b
Toxic chemicals mined out of the ground can run off into drinking water sources
c
Health problems and safety dangers are a risk for the miners
d
Conflict minerals fund violent and radical groups in third world countries, often using children to work the mines.
e
The minerals mined out of the ground are vital to 90% of the things we need/use on a daily basis.
Potential Mining Risks ...
a
Stripping of the land destroys habitats and ecosystems
b
Toxic chemicals mined out of the ground can run off into drinking water sources
c
Health problems and safety dangers are a risk for the miners
d
Conflict minerals fund violent and radical groups in third world countries, often using children to work the mines.
e
The minerals mined out of the ground are vital to 90% of the things we need/use on a daily basis.
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The statement that does not describe a problem associated with mining is:
**e. The minerals mined out of the ground are vital to 90% of the things we need/use on a daily basis.**
This statement highlights the importance of minerals rather than presenting a problem related to the process or consequences of mining. The other options (a, b, c, d) enumerate various environmental and social issues associated with mining activities.
**e. The minerals mined out of the ground are vital to 90% of the things we need/use on a daily basis.**
This statement highlights the importance of minerals rather than presenting a problem related to the process or consequences of mining. The other options (a, b, c, d) enumerate various environmental and social issues associated with mining activities.