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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Pollutants are removed or changed chemically before they leave factory smokestacks by a(n)
A
chlorofluorocarbon
B
scrubber
C
inversion
D
catalytic converter
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An electrostatic precipitator . An electrostatic precipitator is a type of filter (dry scrubber) that uses static electricity to remove soot and ash from exhaust fumes before they exit the smokestacks. This one common air pollution control device.

Detailed explanation-2: -Scrubbers are responsible for much of this reduction. A scrubber removes pollutants or changes them chemically before they leave factory smokestacks.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which of the following convert or remove airborne pollutants from smokestacks? scrubbers. Scrubbers chemically convert or physically remove airborne pollutants before they are emitted from smokestacks.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is the simplest method to remove particulate matter? Gravitational settling: It relies on gravity as the exhaust travels through the smokestack. The particles simply settle out to the bottom.

Detailed explanation-5: -Primary pollutants are produced when air pollutants react chemically with other substances. Q. In general, warm air can hold less water vapor than cooler air. What percentage of the atmosphere is composed of oxygen?

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