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The size and speed of the plume depend on ________

(a) Chemical

(b) Contaminant

(c) Lead

(d) Sulphur

I got this question in examination.

This interesting question is from Chemistry and Process of Contamination topic in chapter Regulation of E-waste, Groundwater Contamination & Injection Well Disposal of Hazardous Waste Management

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Right answer is (b) Contaminant

To explain I would say: The size and speed of the plume depend on the amount and type of contaminant, its solubility and density, and the velocity of the surrounding ground water.

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