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What does the term 'slack' refer to in the context of the text?
What does the term 'slack' refer to in the context of the text?
- Industrial waste and byproduct (correct)
- Metal particle and powdered ore residue
- Lack of motivation and diligence
- Excessive flexibility and leniency
How does the industrial 'slack' affect the environment in steel towns?
How does the industrial 'slack' affect the environment in steel towns?
- It contaminates the air and makes the sun appear darkened (correct)
- It purifies the water sources in the vicinity
- It reduces the noise pollution in the surrounding areas
- It enriches the soil and promotes plant growth
What is the primary concern expressed in the text regarding the impact of technology on the environment?
What is the primary concern expressed in the text regarding the impact of technology on the environment?
- Technology's role in depleting natural resources
- Technology's impact on air and water pollution (correct)
- Technology's contribution to global warming
- Technology's effect on biodiversity loss
What effect does the presence of 'slack' have on cleanliness in steel towns?
What effect does the presence of 'slack' have on cleanliness in steel towns?
How do steel workers react on days when the 'slack' is blown out of the mill chimneys?
How do steel workers react on days when the 'slack' is blown out of the mill chimneys?