Environmental
PFAS contamination of drinking water in New Hampshire has been particularly associated with:
AAgricultural runoff from organic farms
BLegacy industrial sites and military base activities✓ Correct
CNatural geological formations
DResidential septic system failures
Explanation
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination in NH has been linked to legacy industrial discharges and military/fire training activities (AFFF foam use). NHDES has established MCLs for PFAS in drinking water.
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