Environmental

In Missouri, the presence of methane gas in soil near a former landfill is a concern for real estate because:

AMethane gas improves soil fertility
BMethane can accumulate in structures creating explosion and asphyxiation hazards✓ Correct
CMethane only affects outdoor air quality
DMissouri law requires methane gas royalty payments

Explanation

Methane generated by decomposing waste in landfills can migrate through soil and accumulate in basements and structures, creating explosion and asphyxiation risks. Properties near former landfills should be evaluated for methane migration.

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