Asked by Marcus Morgan on May 15, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT a ways) that an oil field might impact people living nearby:

A) increasing job opportunities
B) improving the local economy
C) increasing likelihood of volcanic eruptions
D) increasing likelihood of an oil spill

Oil Field

The region in the subsurface that contains petroleum, especially oil; also the projection of that area to the surface.

Volcanic Eruptions

Natural geological phenomena involving the release of gases, ash, and molten rock from beneath the Earth's surface.

Oil Spill

The release of liquid petroleum hydrocarbons into the environment, especially marine areas, leading to pollution.

  • Understand the socio-economic impacts of geological resources.
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Jackson ClarkMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Oil fields do not influence geological activities such as volcanic eruptions. Their impacts are primarily economic and environmental, such as job creation, economic improvement, and the risk of oil spills.