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Geological Engineering · Q104

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 104

Q104

What environmental concern is linked to tailings from mining operations?

A.
Soil fertility increase
B.
Groundwater contamination
Answer
C.
Increased vegetation growth
D.
Air purification

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Mining tailings often contain heavy metals and toxins, which can leach into and contaminate groundwater systems.