Environmental
What is 'trichloroethylene' (TCE) and why is it relevant to Rhode Island real estate?
AA construction adhesive used in older buildings
BA chlorinated solvent used as an industrial degreaser that has contaminated soil and groundwater at numerous industrial sites, creating significant environmental liability✓ Correct
CA type of asbestos found in commercial buildings
DA naturally occurring soil mineral in Rhode Island
Explanation
TCE is a volatile chlorinated solvent used extensively in manufacturing and industrial operations. It readily contaminates soil and groundwater, is a suspected carcinogen, and poses vapor intrusion risks.
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