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brutforce

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Extensive oil deposits exist in the Permian _____ deposits in Texas and New Mexico.
 A)reef
 B)sandstone
 C)shale
 D)phosphate
 E)volcanic

Question 2

Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, is a controversial new technology that has divided scientists and the energy sector on environmental and economic issues. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of fracking and whether you think the pros outweigh the cons.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

Advantages
1. reduces energy dependence
2. lowers energy costs
3. creates jobs
4. generally boosts the national economy

Disadvantages
1. increased risk of groundwater pollution from fracking fluids or wastewater storage
2. increased health risk
3. increase in release of methane which is a potent greenhouse gas that could increase global warming
4. possible increase in earthquake activity


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Reply 2 on: Jul 13, 2018
Wow, this really help

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