How has increased energy use associated with scientific advancements affected society?
a.

it has led to an increase of the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide.
b.

it has led to an increase in hazardous wastes from mining operations.
c.

it has led to global climate changes.
d.

all of the above

The correct answer is D) all of the above.

The increased energy use associated with scientific advancements has affected society by all of the options mentioned in the question.

It has led to an increase of the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide. This happened so many years ago with the fabrics in the Industrial Revolution. It has led to the increase in hazardous from mining operations and mines have taken land that belonged to tribes, which is the case in Mexico, in the zones of the states of San Luis Potosi and Coahuila. It has led to global climate changes that affect the agriculture in fertile lands.