Which of the following is true of subsurface rights in real property?
A) Subsurface rights cannot be used to mine radioactive elements.
B) Subsurface rights can be sold separately from surface rights.
C) Minerals found beneath real property have to be given up to the government.
D) Subsurface rights can only be invoked to dig oil wells.

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Subsurface rights can be sold separately from surface rights, which means that a person or entity can own the right to operate or explore beneath the surface of the land without owning the surface itself. This is common in areas with rich mineral deposits, oil or gas reserves. The other choices are not true. There are specific laws and regulations regarding the exploration and extraction of radioactive elements from the subsurface, but subsurface rights cannot be used to mine radioactive elements without proper permits and approvals. Minerals found beneath real property do not have to be given up to the government but may be subject to taxation or royalties. Furthermore, subsurface rights are not limited to only digging oil wells, as they also include the right to operate mines, mineral deposits, and other underground natural resources.

Which of the Following Is True of Subsurface Rights in Real