How would mining affect an ecosystem?

Answer 1

All mining is bad. If it is strip mining, the water cannot be slowed down and mud slides can happen. The trees are gone so wildlife has nowhere to live. All vegetation is gone and it leaves a wasteland. It would take 100 years and longer to replace what mining can destroy.

Answer 2

There are two sources of raw materials in the world- agriculture (growing things) and mining (digging thing out of the earth). While lumber is grown, nails are made from iron that is mined. Nobody grows cell phones, cars, TVs, or computers. They are all made of materials derived from mining. Lacking a source of raw materials will also mean a lack of jobs that use those materials.

Answer 3

Mining can have detrimental effects on ecosystems due to habitat destruction, soil erosion, water pollution, and disruption of wildlife populations. It can also lead to loss of biodiversity and long-term ecosystem degradation. Proper planning, monitoring, and reclamation efforts can help minimize these negative impacts.