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The contamination of the environment by businesses, particularly plants and factories, that dump waste products into the air and water is called __________.

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soil pollution

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industrial pollution

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radioactive pollution

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visual pollution

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Solution

The correct option is A industrial pollution
Industrial pollution is the contamination of the environment by businesses, particularly plants and factories, that dump waste products into the air and water. Industrial waste is one of the largest contributors to the global pollution problem endangering people and the environment.

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