THE FACTS ON FRACKING CHEMICAL DISCLOSURE

What is fracking?

• A farming technique

• A method for extracting natural gas and oil

• A type of fishing

• A method for injecting gas

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Why is fracking chemicals disclosure important?

• To protect the environment and public health

• To keep trade secrets confidential

• To increase the cost of fracking operations

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Which federal law requires some disclosure of fracking chemicals?

• Endangered Species Act

• National Park Service Act

• Clean Water Act

What organization provides a database of disclosed fracking chemicals?

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Fracking companies are required to disclose all chemicals they use in the fracking process.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following is a commonly used fracking fluid additive?

• water

• diesel

• sand

• sugar

Which state is known for having some of the strictest fracking chemical disclosure regulations?

• Dakota

• North Carolina

• Pennsylvania

• Texas

What is the purpose of the FracFocus Chemical Disclosure Registry?

• To track earthquakes caused by fracking

• To provide information on fracking chemical usage

• To promote fracking companies' profits

• to promote chemical conservation

Which environmental concern is associated with fracking chemical disclosure?

• Air pollution

• Soil Erosion

• Land Pollution

• Noise pollution

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What is the primary reason some chemicals used in fracking are kept confidential?

• To protect trade secrets

• To avoid paying taxes

• To confuse regulators

• all of the above