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1. if set on fire, tires can produce toxic fumes and oily runoff that can contaminate soil,

surface water, and ground water.
a) true
b) false

Explanation:

Tires are made of rubber and various chemicals. When burned, they release harmful substances like polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), heavy metals, and dioxins as toxic fumes. The oily runoff from burning tires contains these contaminants which can seep into soil, surface water (lakes, rivers), and groundwater (aquifers), causing pollution.

Answer:

A. True