Question

In an effort to reduce the United States' dependency on foreign oil, exploration and drilling throughout areas of the United States has become a hot topic. As seen here, the number of oil rigs in New Mexico has dramatically increased over the last several years. What would be a major concern of New Mexico's citizens as well as policy-makers given this situation?
A) increased local oil production
B) increased state and local revenues
C) possible environmental contamination
D) decreased jobs for New Mexico residents

Answer 1

possible environmental contamination

Answer 2

Environmental contamination is the main concern of the New Maxico citigens and policy makers.

Crude Oil and Environment:

• Crude oil is also known as fossil fuel. This is mainly produced in the countries but also found below the sea surface in other countries.  

• Increase oil drilling affects contaminate the oceanic environment.

• Establishment of new oil rig increase the job for citigens but affect their environment too.

Therefore, environmental contamination is the main concern of the New Maxico citigens and policy makers.

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