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A factory produces excessive noise due to heavy machinery, disturbing nearby residential areas. Which measure can best reduce this type of pollution? - Commercial Applications

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Question

A factory produces excessive noise due to heavy machinery, disturbing nearby residential areas. Which measure can best reduce this type of pollution?

Options

  • Installing noise barriers

  • Reducing water usage

  • Using catalytic converters

  • Shutting down the factory

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Solution

Installing noise barriers

Explanation:

Noise barriers are the most efficient way to reduce noise pollution caused by heavy machinery in factories. These barriers absorb or deflect sound, keeping it from reaching surrounding residential areas and reducing disturbances.

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Chapter 16: Industrial Pollution and Degradation of Environment - EXERCISES [Page 181]

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C. B. Gupta Commercial Applications [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 16 Industrial Pollution and Degradation of Environment
EXERCISES | Q I. 10. | Page 181
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