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Which of the following activities contributes the most to air pollution in Indian urban areas?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 10 · Science · Our Environment
  1. Burning of coal in power plants
  2. Vehicle exhaust emissions
  3. Open burning of waste
  4. Industrial smog
Answer
Vehicle exhaust emissions

The correct answer is Vehicle exhaust emissions — Select the option that matches this information, which is B. Vehicle exhaust emissions.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Read each option carefully and recall the major sources of air pollution in Indian cities.
  2. Vehicle exhaust emits large amounts of NOx, CO, and particulate matter due to heavy traffic.
  3. Studies show that traffic contributes about 50% of urban air pollution, higher than other listed sources.
  4. Select the option that matches this information, which is B. Vehicle exhaust emissions.
Common mistake: Choosing industrial smog because factories are often associated with pollution, ignoring traffic data.

Concept tested: Major source of urban air pollution

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