Environmental Science for AP* (2nd Edition)

Published by W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 14 - Module 42 - Heavy Metals and Other Chemicals - AP Review Questions - Page 497: 2

Answer

(c)

Work Step by Step

Acid deposition is primarily from airborne emissions, not direct mining effects. While mining can cause acid mine drainage, which is a localized form of acid pollution, it is not a primary cause of acid deposition, which refers to acid rain and related atmospheric fallout. The answer is (c).
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