Question

which of these is a drawback associated with using oil?
a. acid mine drainage can pollute waterways.
b. surface mining can cause earthquakes.
c. shale rock deposits can release gas.
d. human error can lead to oil spills.

Explanation:

• Option A: Acid mine drainage is related to coal mining, not oil use.
• Option B: Surface mining - related earthquakes are more associated with coal or some mineral mining, not oil.
• Option C: Shale rock deposits releasing gas (like in shale gas extraction) is a different fossil - fuel related issue (not directly oil use).
• Option D: Oil is transported in tankers, through pipelines etc. Human error (e.g., incorrect operation of valves, navigation mistakes for tankers) can lead to oil spills which are a major drawback of oil use as they harm marine and coastal ecosystems.

Answer:

D. Human error can lead to oil spills.