Question 2552 Deck General

The correct answer is D) All of the above. The term "discharge" as it applies to pollution regulations refers to any release of a pollutant, whether it is through pumping, spilling, leaking, or any other means. The regulations are designed to prevent and control the release of harmful substances into the environment, regardless of how the release occurs. All of the listed options - pumping, spilling, and leaking - would be considered discharges under the pollution regulations.