What legislation has been passed in the United States to curb the damage being done to the environment caused by coal mining in the Appalachians?
What will be an ideal response?
The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 requires the land a mine is on to be restored to its original contours after mining.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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