Question

Which of these is a drawback associated with using oil? A. Acid mine drainage can pollute waterways. B. Equipment failure can lead to spills and environment damage. C. Shale rock deposits can release natural gas. D. Hydraulic fracturing can increase the frequency of earthquakes.

Answer 1

The correct answer is option B which is equipment failure can lead to spills and environment damage.

Step-by-step explanation:

• It is obvious from the options given that option B is correct one.
• The major drawback of oil usage to environment is pollution which is caused due to oil spillage.
• Oil spillage means leaking of oil from storage container or the broken equipment running on oil.
• Oil spillage pollution is basically marine pollution, which is due to leakage of oils from ships and cruises.
• Other choices are not relevant to the usage of oil.

Answer 2

all of these are drawbacks but im guessing the correct answer would be B.