Which of the following is not a long-term harm to the environment caused by mining?
A)scarring and disruption of the land surface
B)large amounts of radioactivity
C)subsidence
D)large amounts of solid waste
E)toxic chemical releases into the atmosphere

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While there are certainly concerns about radioactivity associated with mining activities (such as with uranium or rare earth metals), it is not necessarily a long-term harm to the environment. Radioactivity can decay over time, and proper management and containment can mitigate risks. However, the other choices (scarring and disruption of land, subsidence, solid waste, toxic chemical releases) can all have significant long-term impacts on ecosystems and human health.

Which of the Following Is Not a Long-Term Harm to the Environment