The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act helps prevent groundwater contamination by regulating the:
A) amount of fertilizer used on commercial farms.
B) design and construction of septic systems.
C) storage and disposal of hazardous wastes.
D) tertiary treatment facilities at municipal wastewater treatment plants.
E) all of these choices are correct

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulates the storage and disposal of hazardous wastes, which can contaminate groundwater if not managed properly. The act does not specifically address fertilizer use, septic system design, or tertiary treatment facilities. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Helps Prevent Groundwater Contamination