Which of the following is an environmental cost associated with the Green Revolution?
A) increased regional air pollution from factories that produce agricultural chemicals
B) damage to habitat and wildlife from diversion of natural rivers and streams for irrigation
C) pollution of rivers and other water sources by runoff carrying farm chemicals
D) increased regional air pollution and water pollution
E) All of these are environmental costs associated with the Green Revolution

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The Green Revolution resulted in increased use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which led to pollution of water sources through runoff carrying farm chemicals. Additionally, the production of these chemicals resulted in increased regional air pollution. The Green Revolution also led to the diversion of natural rivers and streams for irrigation, which caused damage to wildlife and their habitats. Therefore, all of the choices given are environmental costs associated with the Green Revolution.

Which of the Following Is an Environmental Cost Associated with the Green