What is the goal of land reclamation of mining sites?

Question

A. to restore environmental vitality to land degraded from mining.
B. to maximize profits from mining
C. to create a commercial use for land degraded by mining.
D. to reclaim the land's value after mining is complete.

Answer 1

The goal of land reclamation of mining sites is primarily:

A. to restore environmental vitality to land degraded from mining.

While options B, C, and D relate to some aspects of the post-mining process, the fundamental aim of land reclamation is to rehabilitate and restore the ecological integrity of the land affected by mining activities. This includes reestablishing vegetation, soil quality, and wildlife habitats to promote environmental health.