Which statement describes an impediment to mining the ocean floor? Experts believe that working around volcanic vents is too dangerous. Countries cannot come to an agreement about who owns the minerals. Disturbance of the sea floor may release dangerous chemicals. No one has the ability to mine the deep ocean floor. Giant squid may interfere with the mining.

Which statement describes an impediment to mining the ocean floor? Experts believe that working around volcanic vents is too dangerous. Countries cannot come to an agreement about who owns the minerals. Disturbance of the sea floor may release dangerous chemicals. No one has the ability to mine the deep ocean floor. Giant squid may interfere with the mining.

Concepts of Biology

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Chapter20: Ecosystems And The Biosphere

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