All of the following are problems associated with incineration except
A)air pollution containing mercury.
B)contamination of groundwater with heavy metals and pesticides.
C)large quantities of ash,which must be disposed of properly.
D)NIMBY site selection.
E)expensive to operate.

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Incineration does not directly contaminate groundwater with heavy metals and pesticides. However, improper disposal of ash from incineration can contaminate soil and groundwater with heavy metals and other pollutants. The other choices listed are all problems associated with incineration.

All of the Following Are Problems Associated with Incineration Except