Q: Thermal pollution which involves release of excessive amounts of heated water in aquatic systems is harmful. It is because hot water:
(a)kills aquatic plants.
(b)causes oxygen starvation.
(c)kills aquatic microbes.
(d)causes CO₂ depletion.
Correct Answer: (b)
The correct answer is (b) 'causes oxygen starvation.'. This question from the Science & Technology domain tests knowledge of Computer & Information Technology.