What are primary pollutants? Give examples.

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Primary pollutants: These are the pollutants that are formed directly or emitted during any process.
Examples:
Ashes are released during a volcanic eruption.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is released from burning in the insufficient supply of oxygen.
Chlorofluorocarbons are released from refrigerators and air conditioners.

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