Question

how does land management affect land fertility? what impacts do mountaintop removal have on the surrounding ecosystem? select all that apply. mountaintop removal increases salt in streams, which degrades stream water quality and leaches into soil, altering mineral levels. mountaintop removal causes streams to be less salty by removing important minerals. this degrades the quality of both the stream water and the surrounding soil. leftover debris and rocks are deposited in valleys, interfering with runoff and affecting surrounding areas. removal of mountaintops provide new habitats for wildlife.

Explanation:

Mountain - top removal often leads to increased salt in streams as mining activities can release salts and other substances. This degrades stream water quality and affects soil mineral levels. Leftover debris and rocks from the removal are typically deposited in valleys, which can interfere with natural runoff patterns and impact the surrounding areas. It does not usually cause streams to be less salty and generally does not provide new habitats for wildlife in a positive way.

Answer:

A. Mountain - top removal increases salt in streams, which degrades stream water quality and leaches into soil, altering mineral levels.
C. Leftover debris and rocks are deposited in valleys, interfering with runoff and affecting surrounding areas.