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Burning of chlorinated materials directly or in incinerators yields a toxic chemical called:

A

Chlorine

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B

Dioxin

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C

2, 4, 5-T

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D

HCl

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Solution

The correct option is A Dioxin
Combustion processes such as waste incineration (commercial or municipal) or burning fuels (like wood, coal or oil) form dioxins.

Hence, option B is correct.

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