Question

The pollutants which are already present in nature, but are released in substantial amounts by man are known as.

• A. Quantitative pollutants
• B. Qualitative pollutants
• C. Degradable pollutants
• D. Primary pollutants

Answer 1

The correct option is A Quantitative pollutants

Some pollutants that already present in natural are harmless in their natural amounts.

These pollutants become detrimental for the environment when increasing at a greater concentration due to addition by man-made activities.

So, the correct option is 'Quantitative pollutants'.