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How does mining affect the environment?

1

Increases air quality

2

Causes soil degradation

3

Reduces water pollution

4

Enhances biodiversity

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Answer

B. Causes soil degradation

Solution:

Mining often leads to soil degradation due to waste and slurry disposal, adversely impacting the environment. The other options are misleading in the context of mining.

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