Inorganic chemicals: Select one:

a. may be toxic to aquatic organisms, but are safe for human consumption.

b. are easily degraded, or broken down, in the environment.

c. are contaminants that contain carbon in addition to other elements.

d. are produced by urban, rather than industrial, sources.

e. are found in groundwater and surface water.

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20 September, 16:28

Inorganic chemicals: Select one:

a. may be toxic to aquatic organisms, but are safe for human consumption.

b. are easily degraded, or broken down, in the environment.

c. are contaminants that contain carbon in addition to other elements.

d. are produced by urban, rather than industrial, sources.

e. are found in groundwater and surface water.

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Rudy Mcdonald · Answer 1

E

Explanation:

Inorganic chemicals are present both in ground and surface water. Inorganic chemicals are found in soil from which they may contaminate runoff and eventual find their way into surface water bodies. Also, inorganic ions may be leached into underground aquifers and contaminate or underground water.