Which is a direct result of increased consumption of metals?(1 point)

Responses

climate change from the use of metals
climate change from the use of metals

pollution from mining operations
pollution from mining operations

rising sea levels
rising sea levels

increased human population

pollution from mining operations

The correct response is pollution from mining operations. Increased consumption of metals leads to more mining activities, which in turn creates pollution. To arrive at this answer, one must understand the cause and effect relationship between increased consumption of metals and the various consequences it can have.

The direct result of increased consumption of metals is pollution from mining operations.