Industrial wastes, oils and fats should not be thrown into the drains because they _____ .

Make foul smell

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Kill the useful microbes

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Harden and block the pipes

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Make unhygienic condition

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Solution

The correct option is C
Harden and block the pipes

Oils and fats from Industries should not be thrown into the drain. They can harden and block the pipes. In an open drain, the fats clog the soil pores reducing its effectiveness in filtering water.

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