Question

the widespread use of concrete impacts the environment. concrete production uses almost 10% of the worlds freshwater supply and a large amount of earths usable coarse sand. the production of cement, an essential ingredient for making concrete, releases about 2.5 billion tons of carbon dioxide each year, which is about 8% of carbon emissions worldwide.
how has the production and use of concrete impacted society? select all that apply.
cement production contributes to increased amounts of carbon dioxide gas in earths atmosphere.
concrete has allowed societies to build strong, durable structures.
a significant amount of wood is used to make concrete.
making concrete decreases the amount of available fresh water and coarse sand.

Explanation:

1. Cement production releases about 2.5 billion tons of carbon - dioxide each year, contributing to increased CO₂ in the atmosphere.
2. Concrete's strength and durability have enabled the construction of robust structures.
3. Wood is not a significant component in making concrete.
4. Concrete production uses almost 10% of the world's freshwater supply and a large amount of Earth's usable coarse sand, reducing their availability.

Answer:

Cement production contributes to increased amounts of carbon dioxide gas in Earth's atmosphere.
Concrete has allowed societies to build strong, durable structures.
Making concrete decreases the amount of available fresh water and coarse sand.