People mine zinc metal for use as an anticorrosive, skin protectant, and in electrical components. Zinc mining involves using chemicals to remove the zinc from larger rocks. Demand for zinc increased over the past 35 years.
If the management of zinc mines stays the same, how will the increased demand for zinc most likely impact the environment?
O A. Global temperatures will rise because mining releases heat from Earth's Interior.
O B. Biodiversity will increase because mining speeds the release of Important minerals from rocks.
O C. The acidity of the surrounding soil and water will change because of the discharge of mine waste.
O D. Sea level will decrease substantially because the mining process requires substantial amounts of water

Iknow the answer is a but i don't know why

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