Burning of fossil fuels release air pollutants into the atmosphere. Which of the following pollutants is not produced due the burning of coal and petroleum?

Oxides of Sulphur

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Oxides of nitrogen

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Carbon monoxide

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Chlorofluorocarbons

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Solution

The correct option is D
Chlorofluorocarbons

Chlorofluorocarbons are released by the refrigerators and air conditioners. They damage the ozone layer that helps in protecting the earth from the UV radiations of the sun.

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