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.
