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What term refers to the systematic process of identifying, predicting, and evaluating the environmental effects of a proposed project?
- Environmental audit
- Land use conversion
- Feasibility study
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Answer
D. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Solution
EIA is the process used to assess the potential environmental effects of a proposed project before approval.
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