EnvironmentalIntermediateArizona Exam

In Arizona, 'fly ash' and 'slag' from coal-fired power plants near residential areas are of concern because:

AThey are classified as beneficial fill material that Arizona law allows to be used freely to raise grade or improve soil bearing capacity on residential lots

BThey may contain heavy metals and toxic substances that can contaminate soil and water, raising health concerns and potentially affecting property values near power plant disposal sitesCorrect

CTheir proximity entitles adjacent property owners to reduced assessed values and lower annual property tax rates under Arizona law

DCoal combustion residuals are classified as non-hazardous industrial waste by the EPA, posing no health risk when stored in lined containment facilities

Why They may contain heavy metals and toxic substances that can contaminate soil and water, raising health concerns and potentially affecting property values near power plant disposal sites Is Correct

Answer B: They may contain heavy metals and toxic substances that can contaminate soil and water, raising health concerns and potentially affecting property values near power plant disposal sites

Fly ash and coal combustion residuals contain arsenic, mercury, selenium, and other toxic substances. Arizona has had concerns with coal ash disposal sites near communities.

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