Environmental
Under Maine's Groundwater Quality Protection laws, a residential property with a private well should be tested for:
AOnly arsenic
BBacteria, nitrates, arsenic, and other contaminants depending on location✓ Correct
COnly bacteria
DOnly lead and copper
Explanation
Maine DEP and DHHS recommend testing private wells for bacteria, nitrates, arsenic (naturally occurring in Maine geology), and other contaminants. Arsenic is particularly prevalent in parts of Maine.
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