Q. Which of the following are the main causes of air pollution? I. Smoke from forest fires, volcanic eruptions II. Decomposition of garbage resulting in the release of unwanted doses into the atmosphere III. Burning of fossil fuels in automobiles and industries releases particulate and air pollutants IV. Use of leaded petrol V. Particulate byproducts of various industries Which of the statements given above are correct?
A) I, II and III
B) II, III and IV
C) II, III, IV and V
D) All of these
Explanation
The major sources of air pollution are as follows (i) Transportation (ii) Use of leaded petrol (iii) Industrial processes (iv) Forest fire (v) Solid waste disposal (vi) Miscellaneous, including radioactive fall out
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.