Question

which of the following is a correct? select one: a. coal use has been increasing since it is the most abundant of the three fossil fuels. b. coal is used primarily to provide heat for manufacturing industries. c. the extraction of coal causes significant change to the landscape. d. most coal is extracted by underground mining.

Explanation:

Coal extraction, especially surface - mining, can cause significant landscape changes such as deforestation, soil erosion, and the creation of large pits. Coal use has been declining in some regions due to environmental concerns. Coal is mainly used for electricity generation rather than just for providing heat to manufacturing industries. While underground mining is a method of coal extraction, surface mining is also widely used and in some cases more prevalent.

Answer:

C. The extraction of coal causes significant change to the landscape.