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Water soaked appearance of leaves due to sulphur dioxide pollution is caused by.

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Destruction of chlorophyll
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Damage to membranes
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Both A and B
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Corrosive action over metals
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Solution

The correct option is C Both A and B
Sulfur dioxide inhibits photosynthesis by disrupting the photosynthesis.
The opening of the stomata and destruction of the membrane is promoted by sulfur dioxide. It leads to excessive Transpiration.
Sulphur dioxide also destroys chlorophyll a.

So, the correct option is Both A and B.

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