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Geological Engineering · Q28

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 28

Q28

What is the role of buffer zones in environmental geology?

A.
Zone for future mining
B.
Protective area to reduce environmental impacts
Answer
C.
Zone for urban development
D.
Place for waste dumping

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Buffer zones separate sensitive ecosystems from development.They reduce impacts like pollution and habitat disturbance.