Question

Which of the following is not an environmental impact of resource extraction?
a.
loss of soil
b.
increased resource supply
c.
water contamination
d.
loss of vegetation


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

B

Increased resource supply is a consequence/benefit of extraction, not an environmental impact. The others (loss of soil, water contamination, loss of vegetation) are environmental impacts.