Which of the following is an effect of desalination on the environment?(1 point)

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Crops can be contaminated.
Crops can be contaminated.

Flooding can occur.
Flooding can occur.

Brine can kill ocean wildlife.
Brine can kill ocean wildlife.

Groundwater can be overdrawn.

Answer 1

The effect of desalination on the environment from the options provided is:

Brine can kill ocean wildlife.

Desalination processes generate brine, which is a concentrated salt solution that is often discharged back into the ocean. This can lead to increased salinity and can harm marine ecosystems and wildlife.