Question

Which is a direct result of increased consumption of metals?(1 point)
Responses

pollution from mining operations
pollution from mining operations

climate change from the use of metals
climate change from the use of metals

increased human population
increased human population

rising sea levels

Answer 1

The direct result of increased consumption of metals is **pollution from mining operations**. Metal extraction and processing can lead to environmental degradation, including air and water pollution, habitat destruction, and other negative impacts associated with mining activities.