Which of the following is the most accurate explanation of the term, effluents?

The solid and liquid wastes released by industries.

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Only the solid wastes released by industries.

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Only the liquid wastes released by industries.

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The solid and gaseous wastes released by industries.

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Solution

The correct option is A The solid and liquid wastes released by industries.
Industries release enormous amounts of solid and liquid waste called effluents. The discharge of effluents before proper treatment into the environment leads to environmental pollution.

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