Question

Scientists claim that increased demand for almonds would have a negative environmental impact on California. Which observation, if any, would support this claim?

A. The almonds are exported to other states and countries and profits increase for California's almond industry.



B. The increased demand for almonds increases the freshwater consumption in California.



C. The additional CO₂ produced by the almond trees is released into the atmosphere.



D. The additional consumption of sunlight by the almond trees reduces the amount of energy input on the solar panels and therefore the amount of energy available to Californians.

Answer 1

The main issues associated with almond milk production are water use and pesticide use, which may produce long lasting effects on the environment in drought-stricken California, where more than 80% of the world's almonds are grown

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