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How does importing coal contribute to pollution?a.If the U.S. did not import coal, it would have to use alternative fuel methods.b.Fuel is used to transport the coal, which contributes to pollution.c.Shipping coal overseas causes water pollution from coal spills.d.All of the above

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When researching online, as long as the gathered information is the result of a valid Internet search engine, it is not necessary to analyze it for bias.

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Natural resources in the environment must be allocated responsibly. Why is the location of resources a concern? a. Some areas have more access to resources than others. b. Human populations are sometimes concentrated in areas that are lacking resources. c. Areas with fewer resources may need to buy resources from other areas. d. All of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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What is an advantage to alternative energy technology?a.Using alternative energy technology increases the demand for fossil fuels.b.Most alternative energy technologies use nonrenewable resources.c.Alternative energy technology can reduce the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels.d.There is no advantage to using an alternative energy technology.

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Which statement best describes geothermal energy?

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Geothermal energy can be used to fuel vehicles.
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Geothermal energy increases the risk of a nuclear accident.
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Geothermal energy is the most abundant nonrenewable resource.
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Geothermal energy can be used as a source of electricity.

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