The pollutant _ is formed by the burning of fossil fuels.

Correct answer: D. Sulphur dioxide

  • A. Nitrogen dioxide
  • B. Nitric acid
  • C. Nitrous oxide
  • D. Sulphur dioxide

Explanation

Fossil fuels, particularly coal and oil, naturally contain varying amounts of sulphur. When these fuels are burned, the sulphur combines with oxygen from the air to produce sulfur dioxide (SO2), a major air pollutant.

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