Environmental
In NJ, a property that was historically used as a dry-cleaning facility may contain which contaminant of concern most commonly associated with that use?
ARadon
BPerchloroethylene (PCE/PERC) and other chlorinated solvents✓ Correct
CAsbestos only
DLead paint only
Explanation
Dry cleaners historically used perchloroethylene (PERC) as a solvent, which is a common groundwater and soil contaminant at former dry cleaning sites. PCE is a carcinogen and frequently found in subsurface investigations of former or active dry cleaning properties.
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