What is Air Pollution?

Last updated at April 16, 2024 by

Contamination of air by harmful substances is called Air Pollution.

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What are harmful substances which cause air pollution?

Harmful substances causing air pollution are 

  • Harmful gases like Sulphur Dioxide, Nitrogen Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide
  • And Suspended Particulate Matter like Dust, Smoke, Ash


These substances are called Air Pollutants

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