Environmental
What is chlorinated solvent contamination and why is it significant in Ohio?
AContamination from swimming pool chemicals
BContamination from industrial cleaning chemicals (TCE, PCE) that are persistent groundwater contaminants✓ Correct
CContamination from agricultural pesticides
DContamination from dry cleaning odors
Explanation
Chlorinated solvents (TCE, PCE, TCA) were widely used in Ohio's manufacturing industry. They are dense non-aqueous phase liquids (DNAPLs) that sink in groundwater, making cleanup difficult and expensive. Contaminated sites present significant liability.
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