Which of the following is NOT a drawback of burning coal for electricity?
A. Much of the coal mined is through mountain top removal and valley fill, which leads to major environmental problems near the mine sites.
B. When burned, coal gives off a high amount of sulfur compounds and mercury.
C. Toxic coal ash much be stored indefinitely.
D. Coal reserves in the U.S. are plentiful.
Answer: D
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