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What environmental impacts are caused by both surface mining and underground mining? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)

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destruction from overburden
destruction from overburden

release of underground gases
release of underground gases

destruction of ecosystems
destruction of ecosystems

sinkhole formation after mining is complete
sinkhole formation after mining is complete

local water contaminatio

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The two correct answers regarding the environmental impacts caused by both surface mining and underground mining are:

  1. destruction of ecosystems
  2. local water contamination

Both of these impacts can occur as a result of mining activities, affecting the surrounding environment and wildlife.