Question

Particulate pollutants are

• A. Small solid particles and liquid droplets
• B. Liquid droplets in atmosphere
• C. Small solid particles released into the atmosphere
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Small solid particles and liquid droplets

Particulate pollutants are the mixture of small solid particles and liquid droplets. It consists solid particles like soot, flash, dust of various types, fir, hair, spore etc. It is classified as the suspended particulate matter which is the source of pollution and may adversely affect the environment. It can cause harmful effects on health on inhaling it.

So, the correct answer is option A.