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

Question

Responses

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

local water contamination
local water contamination

destruction of ecosystems
destruction of ecosystems

release of underground gases
release of underground gases

destruction from overburden

Answer 1

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

1. local water contamination
2. destruction of ecosystems

Both methods can lead to water contamination through runoff and the disturbance of water tables, and they often result in significant ecosystem destruction due to habitat loss and alteration.