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Groundwater contamination near Marcellus Shale gas wells

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A sensitive analytical technique detects potential drinking water contamination by Marcellus Shale gas wells, according to a study. High-volume hydraulic fracturing (HVHF) employs volumes of water, sand, and chemicals under extreme pressure to create cracks in deep rock formations, releasing natural gas deposits.

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