In the question given below, a passage is given followed by three statements which may or may not be inferred from the passage. Select the correct combination of statements that can be inferred. The demand for lithium has surged in recent years due to its use in rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles, smartphones, and laptops. However, the mining of lithium consumes large amounts of water and can damage fragile ecosystems. Researchers are now exploring ways to recycle lithium from used batteries and to find more sustainable methods of extraction to reduce environmental impact.
I. The extraction of lithium has environmental consequences.
II. Recycling lithium could help minimize ecological damage.
III. The demand for lithium is decreasing because of electric vehicles.