Question

Explain the environmental effects of extraction and using of mineral resources

Answer 1

Answer:

Mining activity can cause a considerable loss of land because of chemical contamination, destruction of productive layers of soil, and often permanent scarring of the land surface. Large mining operations disturb the land by directly removing material in some areas and by dumping waste in others.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The mineral production is always associated with the solid waste generated in the form of overburden dumps, tailings and slimes. Areas around smelting and mining complexes are usually soiled by metals. Solid waste generated by mining production result in soil erosion, loss of fertile land and also soil pollution.