Why is coal mining bad for the environment?

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Purple Rose
Oct 9, 2017

It is a pollutant.

Explanation:

Coal mining creates the following...

  • Sulfur oxide, which causes acid rain
  • Particulate matter (such as smoke or dust), which causes respiratory disease and Global Dimming
  • Smog, which creates respiratory problems and eye irritation.

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