Question 6
Which one of the following forms of energy leads to least environmental pollution in the process of its harnessing and utilization?

(a) Nuclear energy
(b) Thermal energy
(c) Solar energy
(d) Geothermal energy

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Solution

Option (c) is correct.
Wind, solar, and hydroelectric systems generate electricity with no associated air pollution emissions whereas other sources of energy lead to environmental pollution by emitting greenhouse gases in case of the thermal power plant and harmful radiations in case of nuclear power plants.

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Question 6 Which one of the following forms of energy leads to least environmental pollution in the process of its harnessing and utilization? (a) Nuclear energy (b) Thermal energy (c) Solar energy (d) Geothermal energy

Question 6
Which one of the following forms of energy leads to least environmental pollution in the process of its harnessing and utilization?

(a) Nuclear energy
(b) Thermal energy
(c) Solar energy
(d) Geothermal energy