Environmental
Which of the following is a potential real estate hazard associated with older homes with galvanized steel or lead pipes?
ARadon gas migration into the building
BLead or contaminants leaching into the drinking water✓ Correct
CAsbestos insulation on the pipes
DElectromagnetic field generation from water flow
Explanation
Older homes with lead pipes or galvanized steel pipes soldered with lead can allow lead and other contaminants to leach into drinking water, especially when water sits in pipes. This is a significant health hazard, particularly for children and pregnant women. Chicago has a large number of homes with lead service lines.
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