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What is a key environmental impact of extracting raw materials?
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Type
practice
Style
Topic
Life cycle assessment and recycling
Question
- A. Increased product durability
- B. Habitat destruction
- C. Enhanced recycling processes
- D. Lower energy consumption
Answer
Habitat destruction
Explanation
Extracting raw materials often leads to habitat destruction, which negatively impacts local ecosystems.
Common mistake
Confusing Stages of LCA
Students often confuse the extraction of raw materials with the processing stage in life cycle assessment.
To fix this, remember that extraction refers to obtaining raw materials from the environment, while processing involves transforming those raw materials into usable forms.
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