How Long Does It Take for Pollutants to Be Flushed

question 8

Multiple Choice

How long does it take for pollutants to be flushed out of the Great Lakes into the ocean?

• A) 5 years
• B) 20 years
• C) 50 years
• D) 100 years
• E) 1000 years

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