Groundwater

a. has turbulent flows that dilute pollutants
b. has large populations of decomposing bacteria that break down degradable wastes
c. is cold, which slows down decomposition rates
d. may take five to ten years to cleanse itself of wastes
e. is quickly renewable


C

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