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Which industry is most likely to contribute to thermal pollution?

1

Textile industry

2

Chemical industry

3

Thermal power plants

4

Automobile industry

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Answer

C. Thermal power plants

Solution:

Thermal power plants are known for contributing to thermal pollution by discharging hot water back into bodies of water, disrupting aquatic life.

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