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Which of the following is a major source of air pollution from industries?

1

Sewage discharge

2

Industrial waste recycling

3

Smoke from burning fossil fuels

4

Water runoff

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Answer

C. Smoke from burning fossil fuels

Solution:

The correct answer is 'Smoke from burning fossil fuels' as it is the primary contributor to air pollution, especially from industrial processes that rely on coal or oil.

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