Asked by mansi tamhane on Jun 15, 2024

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Tall smokestacks and smaller industrial plants in urban areas are beneficial because they reduce local and regional air pollution.

Tall Smokestacks

Structures designed to release industrial gases at a high elevation, reducing ground-level pollution.

Urban Areas

Regions characterized by high human population density and vast human-built features in comparison to areas surrounding it.

Local Air Pollution

Contamination of the air within a specific area or region, primarily due to human activities, that can harm human health and the environment.

  • Ascertain techniques to lessen air impurities in indoor and outdoor environments.
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Stephany GarciaJun 21, 2024
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False
Explanation :
Tall smokestacks and smaller industrial plants can actually contribute to air pollution by releasing pollutants high into the atmosphere, where they can travel and affect other areas. It is better to reduce emissions at the source and implement cleaner technologies.