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awywial

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Which term refers to the disproportionate exposure of some racial groups to environmental toxic substances?
 
  a. Ethnic cleansing
  b. Ethnic hazards
  c. Environmental racism
  d. Environmental oppression

Question 2

Research finds that health disparities are affected by social conditions. For example, racial minorities are more likely than other groups to live near
 
  a. hospitals.
  b. urban renewal sites.
  c. hazardous waste facilities.
  d. ambulatory care centers.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: c. Environmental racism

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b. hazardous waste facilities.



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