E.Sci HW: pg184 #1-6 (Sec7.4)

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#1) Name two environmental problems associated with the mining and use of coal.

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#2) Explain two ways the environmental impacts of mining can be reduced.

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#3) Describe two reasons why scientists are looking for alternatives to fossil fuels.

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#4) Define the term reclamation in your own words.

(Hint: Re-read pg 182 "Mine Reclamation" and also consider what it means to "reclaim" something.)

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#5) Identify three ways YOU can conserve natural resources everyday.

(Make your answers specific to things you can do in your own real life.

i.e. If you do not garden, then don't list garden-watering tips.)

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#6) State one way that recycling can help conserve energy.

Type the letter of the statement that accurately describes your completion of this assignment.

Type A if true: I completed this assignment by class time of the due date.

Type B if true: I was absent(excused) but completed this assignment soon after returning to school.

Type C if true: I completed this assignment but it is late. (This includes excessively overdue absent work.)

Type D if true: I did not complete all the questions but would like the teacher to grade what I have done.