Question

1. what are a few changes that the mining industry can make to lessen its impact on the environment? (1 point)

• reduce water usage

• use alternative energy sources

• dispose of waste properly

• practice land reclamation

• recycle e - waste

• all of the above

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Reducing water usage in mining helps conserve water and reduce pollution from wastewater.
• Using alternative energy sources (like solar or wind) reduces the carbon footprint and reliance on fossil fuels, which is better for the environment.
• Proper waste disposal prevents contamination of soil, water, and air.
• Land reclamation restores mined areas to a usable state, mitigating habitat destruction.
• Recycling e - waste reduces the need for new mineral extraction, as e - waste contains valuable minerals.

Since all these actions (reducing water usage, using alternative energy, proper waste disposal, land reclamation, recycling e - waste) are valid ways for the mining industry to lessen its environmental impact, the correct option is "All of the above".

Answer:

All of the above