Environmental (alternative)
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) found in soil near a Maryland property are typically associated with:
AAgricultural pesticide use
BFormer coal gas plant operations or coal tar deposits✓ Correct
CNatural gas pipeline leaks
DNormal soil composition in Maryland
Explanation
PAHs are commonly found near former manufactured gas plant (MGP) sites, railroad yards, and areas with historical coal tar use or spills, and are known environmental hazards requiring remediation.
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