Question

Should fracking be used to release natural gas and oil ?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Fracking is the introduction of substances into a formation in order to increase they pore pressure and to increase natural drive of hydrocarbons.

Fracking has several environmental issues associated with it;

• Fracking leads to air pollution in case of blowout of gas pressure in formations, particles and dusts can become blasted into the environment.
• Proppants in fluids channeled into formations can lead to ground water contamination.
• In areas where fracking is done, there might be an exposure to harmful chemicals.
• Destruction of the natural habitats of animals.