Question

Write two harmful effects of extracting minerals on the environment​

Answer 1

Answer:

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Explanation:

2 harmful effects of extracting mineral ores from the earth on the environment are worth mentioned..

1. They can cause the land to erode or result in formation of sinkholes...
2. It may lead to contamination of water resources in the area....

Answer 2

Erosion of soil, soil and water contamination, disturb of ecosystem and loss of landforms are effects of mineral extraction.

Explanation:

• Minerals are required in the modern technologies.

• They are the substances that form the structures of instruments, and everything like circuits, gadgets etc

• These substances are obtained from the ores that are required to be collected from the underground.

• The minerals as they are put out of the earth, leads to empty space inside earth which can led to large sinkholes and landslides.

• The minerals if toxic, can seep into water and soil during digging to cause water pollution and soil Pollution.

• The minerals when dug, disturbs the whole surrounding ecosystem and kills several animals.

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