Which consequence of new fishing methods had the most immediate impact on the environment?
A. Diesel engines on newer ships contributed to global warming
B. Increased reliance on fish in the American diet led to health problems
C. Equipment that scrapped the bottom destroyed fish habitats
D. Overfishing led to an increase in the amount of algae in the water
Answer: Equipment that scrapped the bottom destroyed fish habitats
Explanation:
The most immediate effect is the physical harm that net scaping the sea floors are doing. The decrease of the smaller fish due to bycatch and others might come later.
