Q. Fluoride pollution mainly affects

A) Teeth
B) Kidney
C) Brain
D) Heart
Explanation

Prolonged intake of fluoride polluted water causes stiffing of bone and joints particularly spinal cord. Due to affinity with calcium, fluoride stores in bones which causes mottling of teeth, bone pains and outward bending of kegs from the knees. This is known as Knock Knee Syndrome.

Dr. Abubacker
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.