Mining Methods and Environmental Impact Quiz
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Which type of mining involves a large hole to extract relatively low-grade metallic ore?

  • Strip Mines
  • Shaft Mines
  • Open-Pit Mines (correct)
  • Underground Mines
  • What fundamental/environmental issue is associated with mining?

  • Noise Pollution
  • Air Pollution
  • Groundwater & Surface Water Contamination (correct)
  • Land Encroachment
  • Which type of energy harnesses the power of water motion?

  • Wind
  • Solar
  • Coal
  • Hydroelectric (correct)
  • What type of energy is coal and how is it used to create energy?

    <p>Non-Renewable; through hydroelectric dams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes mechanical weathering by splitting or breaking rocks into smaller pieces without changing their composition?

    <p>Ice Wedging or Frost Action</p> Signup and view all the answers

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