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Standard VI
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Sulphur and Nitrogen
Which major p...
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Which major pollutant is released from coal powered power plants?

A
Methane
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Sulphur dioxide
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Chlorofluorocarbons
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D
Carbon monoxide
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Solution

The correct option is B Sulphur dioxide
When coal is burnt in power stations, it releases sulphur dioxide as sulphur acts as impurity in coal. It is responsible for acid rain in atmosphere.

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