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Prof. Robert Jackson, Asst. Prof. Peter Rabinowitz, and Prof. Bob Howarth discuss the controversial topic of fracking. They address misconceptions, concerns about water contamination, and the potential health risks. The chapter also includes personal stories of water pollution and dissatisfaction with drilling companies. Despite the complexity of the science, the podcast provides contrasting perspectives and emphasizes the need for more evidence regarding potential health effects.
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- Chemicals used in fracking can contaminate drinking water, but the risk is low and rare.
- Fracking can cause earthquakes through the disposal of wastewater, mostly small tremors.
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Chemicals in Fracking and Water Contamination
Chemicals used in fracking can contaminate drinking water, although such instances are rare. Studies show that the risk of fracking chemicals seeping into drinking water is low, as it would require several thousand or even millions of years. Damage to pipes and spills above ground pose a higher risk of chemicals entering water supplies, but these cases are not widespread.
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