One negative impact of gold and silver mining in the West was that mining camps were sources of many contagious diseases. These camps often had poor sanitation and crowded living conditions, which facilitated the spread of illnesses.
What negative impact did gold and silver mining have in the West? (1 point) Responses
Tent cities near the mines fostered criminals as long-term residents.
Tent cities near the mines fostered criminals as long-term residents.
Ghost towns were left behind after the mines stopped producing.
Mining camps were sources of many contagious diseases.
Mass migration from the East Coast led to social tension among merchants.
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