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Pollution of air is caused due to _______.


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poisonous gases

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particulate matter

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poisonous gases and particulate matter
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colloids
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Solution

The correct option is C poisonous gases and particulate matter

Air pollution is caused mainly by transportation, burning of fossil fuels such as coal, wood, and dry grass. Any foreign particle that contributes to the pollution of air is known as air pollutant. Air pollutants can be classified into two categories: poisonous gases and particulates.


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