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Geological Engineering · Q119

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 119

Q119

Which type of pollution is most associated with abandoned mines?

A.
Air pollution
B.
Noise pollution
C.
Heavy metal contamination
Answer
D.
Light pollution

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Heavy metal contamination from acid mine drainage pollutes nearby soil and water, posing long-term ecological and health risks.