Limestone Quarrying Flashcards
1
Q
Give two disadvantages of making things with limestone?
A
Cement creates dust and this means breathing problems for some people
Energy is needs to produce cement - likely to come from fossil fuels which are running out and cause pollution
2
Q
Give three advantages of quarrying limestone
A
It makes houses and roads
Paints, dyes and medicines come from limestone
It’s used to neutralise acidic oil and Sulfur dioxide
Quarry’s provide jobs and improves the local economy
3
Q
Give three advantages from making products out of limestone?
A
It is widely available. Cheap Easy to cut Attractive It doesn't rot when it's wet It is quick and cheap Doesn't corrode.
4
Q
Give 3 disadvantages of Quarrying limestone?
A
Land pollution / visual pollution Noise pollution / Sound pollution Destroys animal's habitats The limestone has to be driven away - more noise and pollution Produces waste materials.
