Environmentalists continually argue for the use of alternatives to fossil fuels for generating energy. For example, harnessing wind by creating wind farms has been one alternative proposed and implemented. When it is found that these wind farms lead to the slicing and dicing of migratory birds and the decimation of local bat populations, we could say that environmentalists have committed the
A)fallacy that assocation is causation
B)fallacy of composition
C)fallacy of segmentation
D)mistake of ignoring secondary effects
E)mistake of ignoring the obvious

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This scenario is an example of the mistake of ignoring secondary effects. While wind farms may be considered environmentally friendly and sustainable, the unintended consequences such as harm to wildlife should also be considered before implementing them on a large scale. Ignoring these secondary effects could lead to further harm to the environment and wildlife.

Environmentalists Continually Argue for the Use of Alternatives to Fossil