Using ResourcesKey Facts
Environmental Impacts of Resource Extraction
Part of Finite & Renewable Resources — GCSE Chemistry
This key facts covers Environmental Impacts of Resource Extraction within Finite & Renewable Resources for GCSE Chemistry. Revise Finite & Renewable Resources in Using Resources for GCSE Chemistry with 20 exam-style questions and 24 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 6 of 15 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 6 of 15
Practice
20 questions
Recall
24 flashcards
Environmental Impacts of Resource Extraction
Finite Resource Extraction:
- Fossil fuels:
- Habitat destruction from mining and drilling
- Water pollution from fracking and oil spills
- Air pollution from burning
- Climate change from CO₂ emissions
- Metal mining:
- Landscape scarring from open-pit mines
- Toxic waste from processing (acid mine drainage)
- Heavy metal contamination of soil and water
- Deforestation and habitat loss
Renewable Resource Benefits:
- Solar/wind: No ongoing fuel requirements, minimal pollution during operation
- Biomass: Carbon neutral if managed sustainably
- Hydroelectric: No direct emissions, provides water management benefits