Question
How does lead get into water?(1 point)
Responses
It is a byproduct of detergents interacting with organic matter.
It is a byproduct of detergents interacting with organic matter.
It occurs naturally in water.
It occurs naturally in water.
It is released into waterways with industrial waste.
It is released into waterways with industrial waste.
It leaches into water as old pipes corrode.
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It is a byproduct of detergents interacting with organic matter.
It is a byproduct of detergents interacting with organic matter.
It occurs naturally in water.
It occurs naturally in water.
It is released into waterways with industrial waste.
It is released into waterways with industrial waste.
It leaches into water as old pipes corrode.
Answers
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GPT-4o mini
Lead can get into water primarily in the following way:
**It leaches into water as old pipes corrode.**
This occurs particularly when lead pipes or plumbing fixtures deteriorate over time, allowing lead to seep into the water supply.
**It leaches into water as old pipes corrode.**
This occurs particularly when lead pipes or plumbing fixtures deteriorate over time, allowing lead to seep into the water supply.
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