Environmental

The Great Salt Lake in Utah presents environmental concerns for adjacent property because:

AThe lake water is toxic and cannot be near residential areas
BDeclining lake levels expose mineral-laden lake bed sediments that can become airborne dust hazards✓ Correct
CThe lake frequently floods adjacent properties
DThe lake has no environmental significance for real estate

Explanation

The Great Salt Lake has been declining in water level. Exposed lake bed contains minerals, arsenic, and other contaminants that can become airborne particulate matter (dust). This is an emerging environmental and public health concern for the Salt Lake Valley.

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