Author Question: What are the three most far-reaching effects of underground mining? What will be an ideal ... (Read 15 times)

Sportsfan2111 · **on:** Jul 15, 2018

What are the three most far-reaching effects of underground mining? What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What are some pros and cons of the surface mining of coal? What will be an ideal response?

annierak · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 15, 2018

Answer to Question 1

The three most far-reaching effects of underground mining are ground subsidence, the collapse of the
overburden into mined-out areas, and acid mine drainage. Acid mine drainage is generally considered
to be the most serious of the three

Answer to Question 2

The pros include decreased expense, more complete removal of coal, and safer working conditions for
miners. The cons include greater disruption of the land surface and increased potential for serious
negative environmental impacts if the land is not carefully reclaimed.