Environmental
What is 'vapor intrusion' and why is it a real estate concern in Rhode Island?
ASteam from heating systems entering living spaces
BThe migration of volatile chemicals from contaminated soil or groundwater into buildings through foundation cracks, posing indoor air quality risks✓ Correct
CWater vapor intrusion from coastal humidity
DRadon gas specifically entering through water supplies
Explanation
Vapor intrusion occurs when volatile chemicals (such as TCE or PCE) from contaminated soil or groundwater evaporate and migrate through building foundations into indoor air. It is a significant indoor air quality concern near contaminated sites.
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