Pollution is:

removal of top soil

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release of toxic/undesirable materials in environment

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conservation of energy

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all of the above

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Solution

The correct option is C release of toxic/undesirable materials in environment
The correct answer is the release of toxic materials in the environment.
The reasons are:-
Toxic waste is any unwanted material in all forms that can cause harm (e.g. by being inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin).
They pollute the air and contaminate soil and water. Disposing of such waste is a major public health issue.
They are the major contributors for the Environmental pollution when it is not disposed of and water pollution, when they are dumped in the water.

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