Which of the following best describes the long-term impact of using a renewable energy source?

A.) Geothermal energy can pollute water supplies.

B.) Hydropower involves blocking rivers, which disrupts ecosystems.

C.) Natural gas causes air pollution when burned.

D.) Nuclear power produces radiation, which is harmful if leaked.

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Hannah

Biology

24 March, 07:36

Which of the following best describes the long-term impact of using a renewable energy source?

A.) Geothermal energy can pollute water supplies.

B.) Hydropower involves blocking rivers, which disrupts ecosystems.

C.) Natural gas causes air pollution when burned.

D.) Nuclear power produces radiation, which is harmful if leaked.

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Marissa Snow · Answer 1

A renewable energy is a type of energy that is renewed or made up through nature over relatively short period of time. In this case, the four options are renewable energies. The answer is D. This is long-term since this affects the whole life of the people affected also with the place living near.