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Radioactive pollution along Kerala coast is due to
Radioactive pollution along Kerala coast is due to
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The correct option is B Thorium
The largest concentration of monazite sand is found on the Kerala coast. Thorium and Uranium are derived from monozite (a rare phosphate mineral). The coastal belt of Karunagappally, Kerala is known for high background radiation from thorium-containing monazite sand. This has increased the risk of cancer in this area. So, the correct answer is 'Thorium'.
The largest concentration of monazite sand is found on the Kerala coast. Thorium and Uranium are derived from monozite (a rare phosphate mineral). The coastal belt of Karunagappally, Kerala is known for high background radiation from thorium-containing monazite sand. This has increased the risk of cancer in this area. So, the correct answer is 'Thorium'.
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