Environmental
Urea-formaldehyde foam insulation (UFFI) was banned for residential use in the U.S. in 1982 because it:
AWas a fire hazard in residential construction
BReleased formaldehyde gas into indoor air, causing health concerns✓ Correct
CContained asbestos fibers
DAbsorbed moisture and caused structural damage
Explanation
UFFI released formaldehyde gas, which is a potential carcinogen and irritant, into indoor air. It was banned for residential use in 1982. Its presence should be disclosed to buyers and is a material fact requiring disclosure in Tennessee.
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