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Which of the following is a long-term consequence of mining on the Earth?

erosion

an open pit

sedimentation

all of the above

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What is most likely to happen to an abandoned strip mine over time?

The strip mine is likely to completely recover over time.

The strip mine is likely to remain exactly as it is left when abandoned.

The strip is likely to partly recover, but never return to its original state.

The strip mine is likely to become a lake.

Which of the following methods of extraction is the most damaging to the environment?

surface mining

subsurface mining

placer mining

none of the above

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