Question

Motor vehicles fuel, burning of wood, coal and solid waste disposal are major sources of which pollutant?

Options

• Carbon monoxide

• Nitrogen oxides

• Particulates

• Sulphur oxides

Answer 1

Carbon monoxide

Explanation:

Motor vehicles fuel, burning of wood, coal, and solid waste disposal primarily release carbon monoxide (CO) into the atmosphere. This pollutant is produced when carbon-containing fuels do not burn completely, and it is harmful because it interferes with the body's ability to carry oxygen in the blood.