1. Ghost towns were left behind after the mines stopped producing
2. passing along traditions and knowledge
3. to encourage Native Americans to become farmers
4. It opened up national markets for selling and obtaining resources and helped lower costs of production
5. increased development of Western lands
6. currency reform
7. Gospel of Wealth
8. competition
9. lack of public and legal support for union activities
what negative impact did goal and silver mining have in the west
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Sorry, I seem to have made an error in my previous response. Here are the negative impacts of gold and silver mining in the West:
1. Environmental degradation and destruction of natural habitats
2. Pollution of water sources from toxic chemicals used in the mining process
3. Forced displacement and mistreatment of Native American populations
4. Limited economic benefits, as mining was often controlled by large corporations who kept profits for themselves
5. Dangerous working conditions and high rates of injury and death among miners
6. Increase in crime and lawlessness in mining towns
7. Overproduction and subsequent devaluation of currency in the region
8. Exploitation of migrant workers and low wages
9. Disruption of traditional ways of life for mining communities and surrounding areas.
1. Environmental degradation and destruction of natural habitats
2. Pollution of water sources from toxic chemicals used in the mining process
3. Forced displacement and mistreatment of Native American populations
4. Limited economic benefits, as mining was often controlled by large corporations who kept profits for themselves
5. Dangerous working conditions and high rates of injury and death among miners
6. Increase in crime and lawlessness in mining towns
7. Overproduction and subsequent devaluation of currency in the region
8. Exploitation of migrant workers and low wages
9. Disruption of traditional ways of life for mining communities and surrounding areas.