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Question
Among the following which one causes maximum indoor chemical pollution?
Options
Burning coal
Burning cooking gas
Burning mosquito coil
Room spray
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Solution
Burning coal
Explanation:
Burning coal indoors releases large amounts of carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, and particulate matter, which cause severe indoor air pollution.
Hence, it is considered the maximum source of indoor chemical pollution.
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