CLEAN: Are tar sands the future of oil?

The video discusses concerns about unknown chemicals in local water, which may be causing cancer. Alicia contributes by discussing non-vicious cycles. The video also covers the oil sands in Canada's boreal forest, highlighting its vast resources and the small portion that is minable.

What is the suspected cause of the high cancer rates in the town?

• Poor diet

• Deadly chemicals in the water

• Air pollution

• Genetic factors

What is the main topic of the unclear technical discussion?

• Oil extraction techniques

• Labeling and regulatory challenges

• Forest conservation

• Water purification methods

What percentage of the boreal forest is affected by the minable portion of the oil sands?

• 0.1%

• 10%

• 1%

• 4%

Which country is mentioned as having a vast oil sands resource?

• Canada

• Saudi Arabia

• United States

• Russia

What is the significance of the oil sands area in relation to the boreal forest?

• It covers the entire forest

• It is rapidly expanding

• It is a small portion of the forest

• It is not located in the forest