Human Biology : Concepts and Current Issues - With Access
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Author: Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 24, Problem 11TY
The energy source raising the least concerns of pollution, environmental damage, or other risks is:
a. nuclear energy
b. hydroelectric energy
c. solar energy
d. biomass fuels
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