Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040018
What component in fuels like coal and petroleum contributes to their environmental pollutive potential?
1
Carbon only
2
Hydrogen only
3
Nitrogen and sulfur
4
Oxygen
Answer and Solution
Answer
C. Nitrogen and sulfur
Solution:
Nitrogen and sulfur in coal and petroleum contribute to environmental pollutants when these fuels are burned, creating nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide, leading to air pollution issues.
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