Question

A mutagenic pollutant is

• A. Organophosphates
• B. Resins
• C. Hydrocarbons
• D. Nitrogen oxides

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Hydrocarbons

Mutagenic pollutants are those that cause mutation in DNA cells. Metabolites of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are mutagenic as they act as carcinogenic. e.g., Acenaphthylene. The source of PAHs can relate to chemical Industrial process, burning of fossil fuels etc.

A.Organophosphates are nondegradable pesticides.

B. Resins are waste material produced by the plants.

C. Hydrocarbons are carcinogenic.

D.Nitrogen oxides cause air pollution and acid rains.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Hydrocarbons'.