According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) which particulate size in diameter (in micrometres) of the air pollutants is responsible for greatest harm to human health?
A
10 or less
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B
2.5
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C
25 or less
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D
15 or less
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Solution
The correct option is C 2.5 According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), particulate size 2.5 micrometers or less in diameter (PM 2.5) are responsible for causing the greatest harm to human health. These fine particulates can be inhaled deep into the lungs and can cause breathing and respiratory symptoms, irritation, inflammations and damage to the lungs and premature deaths.