The following statements explain why contamination of aquifers is dangerous. Which of the statements is false?
A) The contaminants are concentrated by the different densities of water in the aquifers.
B) Pollutants are extremely stable once they contaminate an aquifer.
C) Minuscule amounts of a pollutant can contaminate an entire aquifer.
D) Aquifers can take an extremely long time to turn over their water content.
E) All of these statements are true.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Contaminants in aquifers are not concentrated due to the different densities of water. Contamination spread and behavior depend on factors like the nature of the pollutant, the geology of the aquifer, and water movement, rather than water density differences.

The Following Statements Explain Why Contamination of Aquifers Is Dangerous