Question

the widespread use of concrete impacts the environment. concrete production uses almost 10% of the worlds freshwater supply and a large amount of earths usable coarse sand. the production of cement, an essential ingredient for making concrete, releases about 2.5 billion tons of carbon dioxide each year, which is about 8% of carbon emissions worldwide. how has the production and use of concrete impacted society? select all that apply. a significant amount of wood is used to make concrete. cement production contributes to increased amounts of carbon dioxide gas in earths atmosphere. concrete has allowed societies to build strong, durable structures. making concrete decreases the amount of available fresh water and coarse sand.

Explanation:

The text states that cement production for concrete releases about 2.5 billion tons of carbon - dioxide annually, contributing to increased CO2 in the atmosphere. It also mentions that concrete production uses 10% of the world's freshwater supply and a large amount of coarse sand, reducing their availability. Additionally, concrete is known for enabling the construction of strong and durable structures. There is no mention of wood being used to make concrete.

Answer:

B. Cement production contributes to increased amounts of carbon dioxide gas in Earth's atmosphere.
C. Concrete has allowed societies to build strong, durable structures.
D. Making concrete decreases the amount of available fresh water and coarse sand.