Geography
Explain how industrial waste and vehicular emission act as the source of air pollution.
Answer
Industries release different toxic gases into atmosphere. Burning of fossil fuels releases sulphur dioxide, carbon dioxide and carbon particles. Vehicles also release carbon particles, carbon monoxide and smoke into the atmosphere. They also release unburnt hydrocarbons. Therefore, industries and vehicles are the most important cause of air pollution.
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