Of the landforms produced by excavation,which has probably had the greatest environmental impact?
A)canals
B)surface mining
C)underground mining
D)chalk pits

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Surface mining involves the removal of vegetation and soil, as well as the potential for water and air pollution due to the use of heavy machinery and chemicals. It can also result in habitat destruction and ecosystem fragmentation. While the other options can also have environmental impacts, surface mining typically has a much larger scale and scope of impact.

Of the Landforms Produced by Excavation,which Has Probably Had the Greatest