Question detail
Which of the following pollutants is produced by the combustion of fossil fuels containing sulfur impurities?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources
Question
- A. Carbon monoxide
- B. Sulfur dioxide
- C. Nitrogen oxides
- D. Particulates
Answer
The correct option is Sulfur dioxide. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to explain that sulfur dioxide can cause acid rain in the subtopic Properties and effects of atmospheric pollutants.
Explanation
The correct option is Sulfur dioxide. Sulfur dioxide is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to explain that sulfur dioxide can cause acid rain. This belongs to the subtopic Properties and effects of atmospheric pollutants within Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from Properties and effects of atmospheric pollutants.
Common mistake
Confusing Sulfur Dioxide with Other Pollutants
Students often confuse sulfur dioxide with other pollutants like carbon monoxide and oxides of nitrogen, leading to incorrect explanations of acid rain.
To fix this, students should focus on the specific sources and effects of sulfur dioxide, emphasizing its role in acid rain and distinguishing it from other pollutants.
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