Q30 Consider the following:
i) Carbon dioxide.
ii) Oxides of nitrogen.
iii) Oxides of Sulphur
Which of the above is/are the emissions from coal combustion at thermal power plants?
Q30 Consider the following:
i) Carbon dioxide.
ii) Oxides of nitrogen.
iii) Oxides of Sulphur
Which of the above is/are the emissions from coal combustion at thermal power plants?
The correct option is D d) All the above
30 Ans D
Explanation:
• Coal fired thermal power plants are one of the main contributors for atmospheric pollution and green-house gases. Emissions that come from these plants could be categorized into three different categories:
• Gaseous emissions Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Sulphur Dioxide and Nitrogen Dioxide which lead to global warming and acid rain.
• Particulate emissions - this fine dust that is emanated from the stacks of power plants is a health hazard.
• Trace elements like Mercury, Cadmium and Lead which are also health hazards.
• These emissions are formed due to the Combustion process when coal is burned to produce heat. Some are avoidable, some can be controlled or reduced, and some cannot be avoided
30 Ans D
Explanation:
• Coal fired thermal power plants are one of the main contributors for atmospheric pollution and green-house gases. Emissions that come from these plants could be categorized into three different categories:
• Gaseous emissions Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Sulphur Dioxide and Nitrogen Dioxide which lead to global warming and acid rain.
• Particulate emissions - this fine dust that is emanated from the stacks of power plants is a health hazard.
• Trace elements like Mercury, Cadmium and Lead which are also health hazards.
• These emissions are formed due to the Combustion process when coal is burned to produce heat. Some are avoidable, some can be controlled or reduced, and some cannot be avoided
