Surface mining,when compared to subsurface mining,____.
A) is more dangerous.
B) is more expensive
C) produces less waste material
D) disturbs more land
E) causes subsidence

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Surface mining disturbs more land compared to subsurface mining because it involves removing the layers of soil and rock on top of the mineral deposit, which affects larger areas of the land surface.

Surface Mining,when Compared to Subsurface Mining,____