What is one of the ways technology has had negative impacts on the physical environment?
A) Hydroelectric power plants create energy from water
B)Factories & manufacturing cause waste/pollution
- B) Factories & manufacturing cause waste/pollution
The production and operation of factories and manufacturing plants often involve the release of harmful pollutants into the environment. This includes air pollutants such as greenhouse gases and particulate matter, as well as water pollutants such as chemicals and heavy metals. These pollutants can have negative impacts on the air quality, water quality, and overall ecosystems in the surrounding areas, leading to environmental degradation and harm to human health.