Question

Which of the following best describes a consequence of clearing land for mining?

A- a greater risk of flooding and natural disasters

B- a decline in the diversity of species living in the area of the mine

C- reduced erosion as pits are created to collect sediment

D- increased soil fertility as nutrients are brought closer to the surface

Answer 1

I'm 99% sure the answer you're looking for is B

Answer 2

The correct option is B.
Clearing land for mining involves removing the various types of plants and other materials that will serve as hindrance to the operation of a mining plant. Clearing of land for mining will significantly reduce the diversity of the living organisms that are living in that particular area and this will throw the ecosystem into an imbalance state. Clearing a land for mining will remove both plants and animals species from the area that is been cleared.