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What is a significant consequence of untreated industrial effluents being released into water bodies?

1

Increase in fish population

2

Improvement of water quality

3

Harm to aquatic life

4

Reduction of chemical content

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Answer and Solution

Answer

C. Harm to aquatic life

Solution:

The correct option is 'Harm to aquatic life' as untreated effluents can introduce toxic substances into water bodies, which endanger fish and other aquatic organisms.

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