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The Social Costs of Resource Use

Question 1 • * FL-2001340-Environmental Science Sem 2

Which of the following is a possible cost of using renewable resources?

Answer
A
loss of animal species
B
land degradation
C
lower availability of freshwater
D
all of the above

Explanation

Using renewable resources can still have environmental costs. Developing them may destroy habitats and contribute to the loss of animal species, while resource extraction or energy projects can degrade land. Some uses, such as growing biofuel crops, can also reduce freshwater availability. Therefore, “all of the above” is correct.

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