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What are the two main categories of pollutants?

  • Chemical pollutants and physical pollutants
  • Inorganic pollutants and organic pollutants (correct)
  • Air pollutants and water pollutants
  • Biodegradable pollutants and non-biodegradable pollutants

Why are inorganic pollutants harmful to the ecosystem?

  • They are easily decomposed by the natural environment
  • They are only found in small quantities
  • They introduce destructive chemicals into the environment (correct)
  • They promote the growth of flora and fauna

What are some sources of dangerous inorganic pollutants mentioned in the text?

  • Organic metal complexes and mineral acids
  • Natural decomposition processes
  • Chemical waste and heavy industrialization (correct)
  • Biodegradable compounds and organic fertilizers

Why is it difficult to remove inorganic compounds from the environment?

<p>They are non-biodegradable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main anthropogenic sources of inorganic pollution mentioned in the text?

<p>Vehicles, industries, refineries, and power plants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes inorganic pollutants difficult to remove from the environment?

<p>They are non-biodegradable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main causes of inorganic pollution according to the text?

<p>Introduction of inorganic chemicals into the environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the compounds of inorganic by-products arising due to according to the text?

<p>Radiant energy and noise (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary impact of inorganic pollution on the ecosystem?

<p>Destruction of flora and fauna (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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