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Alabama mineral rights (coal, natural gas) can be:

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B) Severed from surface ownership, creating separate estates that may significantly affect property value and use

Alabama mineral rights (coal in North Alabama, natural gas in the Black Warrior Basin) can be severed from surface ownership. Buyers must verify mineral ownership as it significantly impacts value and potential surface disturbance.

Answer Options
A
Never separated from surface
B
Severed from surface ownership, creating separate estates that may significantly affect property value and use
C
Only state-owned
D
Automatically included in all sales

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Related Topics:

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Key Terms:

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