Cyanide is used to leach gold from the ore. Which of these potential scenarios associated with cyanide leach ponds would cause the greatest immediate impact to far reaching areas?
A. spill directly into a stream
B. air emissions
C. leaking into the groundwater
D. small amount spilled on the ground
Answer: A
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