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What are the common pollutants emitted from automobile tail pipes?
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?
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?
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?
Which type of pollution results from the release of harmful substances into the air from industrial and domestic activities?
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What is a consequence of excessive fossil fuel use in power plants and industries according to the text?
What is a consequence of excessive fossil fuel use in power plants and industries according to the text?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution mentioned in the text?
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What do effluents from tanneries contain according to the text?
What do effluents from tanneries contain according to the text?
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Which of the following types of pollution is caused by hot water discharge into aquatic environments?
Which of the following types of pollution is caused by hot water discharge into aquatic environments?
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Groundwater pollution can result from:
Groundwater pollution can result from:
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