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What is a major cause of soil pollution from industries?

1

Deforestation

2

Chemical Waste Dumping

3

Urbanization

4

Agricultural Practices

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Answer

B. Chemical Waste Dumping

Solution:

Chemical Waste Dumping is a primary cause of soil pollution, as industries often dispose of hazardous substances that contaminate the soil. Deforestation, Urbanization, and Agricultural Practices may impact soil quality but are not direct industrial practices.

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