Environmental Pollution: Contemporary Issues
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What are the common pollutants emitted from automobile tail pipes?

  • Nitrogen dioxide, Sulfuric acid, Methane
  • Hydrogen peroxide, Carbon monoxide, Ozone
  • Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrous oxide
  • Oxides of nitrogen, Sulphur dioxide, Black soot (correct)
  • Which of the following activities is NOT a major source of air pollution according to the text?

  • Industrial operations
  • Mining
  • Construction of buildings
  • Agricultural irrigation (correct)
  • What is the definition of a pollutant based on the text?

  • Any substance released into the environment, harmful to living organisms (correct)
  • A natural element beneficial for humans
  • A chemical used for agricultural purposes
  • A substance intentionally released into the environment
  • Which type of pollution results from the release of harmful substances into the air from industrial and domestic activities?

    <p>Air pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of excessive fossil fuel use in power plants and industries according to the text?

    <p>Thermal pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution mentioned in the text?

    <p>Light pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do effluents from tanneries contain according to the text?

    <p>Harmful chemicals and foul smell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of pollution is caused by hot water discharge into aquatic environments?

    <p><strong>Thermal</strong> pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Groundwater pollution can result from:

    <p><strong>Water</strong> from agricultural fields running off into groundwater</p> Signup and view all the answers

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